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M6 Construction Lune Gorge JLP01_08_083561
M6 Motorway, M6, Grayrigg, South Lakeland, Cumbria. A view of the construction of the M6 Motorway through the Lune Gorge, showing two men in a truck-mounted hydraulic lifting platform, working against a rock face to the south of Low Borrowbridge.
The work on the Lune Gorge section of the M6 Motorway between Killington and Tebay (Junction 37 - Junction 38) was carried out by John Laing Construction Ltd. Work started in October 1967 and the motorway was opened to traffic in October 1970. On this section of motorway, the cliffs of rock were drilled, blasted and then rock bolted for stability
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Media ID 24091713
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1970s Construction Motorway Road Cherry Picker
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: a stunning image of the M6 Motorway construction in the Lune Gorge, Cumbria. This captivating card design, featuring the Historic England Archive's JLP01_08_083561 photograph by Joh, transports you back in time to witness the incredible engineering feat of building the M6 through the South Lakeland landscape. Two men in a truck-mounted hydraulic lifting platform can be seen working diligently against the backdrop of the picturesque Lune Gorge. This unique greetings card is perfect for engineering enthusiasts, history lovers, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of construction and the passage of time. Impress your friends and family with this thoughtful and engaging card that tells a story.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the monumental construction of the M6 Motorway as it snakes through the breathtaking Lune Gorge in Cumbria. The image showcases two determined men perched on a truck-mounted hydraulic lifting platform, tirelessly working against a formidable rock face to the south of Low Borrowbridge. The arduous task of building this section of the M6 Motorway between Killington and Tebay was entrusted to John Laing Construction Ltd. , who commenced their work in October 1967. Over three years later, in October 1970, this remarkable feat of engineering was finally opened to traffic, forever transforming transportation in the region. To ensure stability along this rugged terrain, skilled workers drilled into the imposing cliffs before expertly blasting them apart. The resulting fragments were then securely fastened with rock bolts, guaranteeing safety for all those who would traverse this new road. This evocative photograph is a testament to both human ingenuity and determination as well as an appreciation for nature's grandeur. It serves as a reminder that progress can coexist harmoniously with our natural surroundings when executed with care and precision. Preserved by A© Historic England Archive, this snapshot from history invites us to reflect upon not only how far we have come but also on the tireless efforts that went into constructing such vital infrastructure for generations to come.
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