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Fleet-Street, deepening the sewer, 1845. Creator: Unknown
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Fleet-Street, deepening the sewer, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Fleet-Street, deepening the sewer, 1845. Workers improving the underground waste system in London, with Temple Bar in the distance....the difficulty of keeping open the traffic, so as not to extinguish the " very animated appearance" of Fleet-street, is a work of much difficulty. The cost of the present undertaking, contracted for by Messrs. Ward and Son, of Aldersgate- street, is £ 2000...There do not appear to be published data from which the total extent of the metropolitan Sewers can be ascertained. The Holbom and Finsbury divisions contain eighty three miles. In addition to these, there are sixteen miles of smaller Sewers, to carry off the surface-water from the streets and roads, and two hundred and fifty-four miles of drains leading from houses to the main Sewers. From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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Construction Digging Excavating Excavation Excavations Fleet Street Gate London England United Kingdom Navvy Pipe Pipes Prop Props Roadworks Sanitation Sewer Sewer System Subterranean Support Temple Bar Traffic Underground Waste Working Man Workman Workmen Illustrated London News Sewers
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This print captures the bustling scene of Fleet-Street in 1845, as workers diligently improve the underground waste system in London. In the distance, Temple Bar stands tall, adding a touch of historical grandeur to the image. The caption highlights the challenges faced by these workers in keeping traffic flowing smoothly while carrying out their important task. The cost of this ambitious undertaking is revealed to be £2000, contracted by Messrs. Ward and Son from Aldersgate-street. Interestingly, there are no published data available at that time to determine the total extent of metropolitan Sewers. However, it is mentioned that Holborn and Finsbury divisions alone encompass eighty-three miles. Additionally, sixteen miles of smaller sewers are constructed to handle surface-water drainage from streets and roads. Moreover, an extensive network of two hundred and fifty-four miles of drains connects houses with main sewers. This engraving was originally featured in "Illustrated London News" during the 19th century when newspapers played a crucial role in disseminating information about such developments. The photograph showcases not only the physical labor involved but also provides a glimpse into Victorian-era transportation infrastructure. While its creator remains unknown, this historic print serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and dedication towards improving sanitation systems for London's growing population during that era.
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