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Making bridge beams JLP01_08_062544
STAFFORDSHIRE. A team of workers making a prestressed concrete bridge beam during the construction of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6).
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24180638
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Construction Motorway People Teamwork Work
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the captivating selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the historical photograph "Making bridge beams JLP01_08_062544" by Joh from Historic England Archive. This evocative image transports us back in time to Staffordshire, where a dedicated team of workers are constructing a prestressed concrete bridge beam for the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6) in the 1960s. Each card in this collection is an intriguing blend of history and art, making it a thoughtful and unique gift for anyone with an appreciation for the past. Add a personal touch to your message as you celebrate milestones, express well-wishes, or simply send a heartfelt note. Each card is blank inside, allowing you to fill it with your own heartfelt words. Embrace the beauty of history and make your greetings truly memorable with Media Storehouse's historic photograph greeting cards.
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.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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 a significant moment in the construction of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6) during the 1960s. In this image, we witness a dedicated team of workers diligently crafting prestressed concrete bridge beams, an essential component for building sturdy and reliable bridges along the motorway. The scene exudes a sense of purpose and collaboration as each worker contributes their skills to create these vital structures. The teamwork displayed here is truly remarkable, highlighting the collective effort required to bring such ambitious projects to life. As part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20, this image holds historical significance beyond its visual appeal. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in overcoming engineering challenges faced during large-scale infrastructure development. Looking at this photo print, one can't help but appreciate how far we have come since those early days of motorway construction. It reminds us of our progress while also honoring those who paved the way for modern transportation systems. Credit goes to A© Historic England Archive for preserving this invaluable snapshot from our past. Through images like these, we gain insight into not only our architectural achievements but also into the hard work and dedication that went into creating them.
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