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Thomas Smith Super 10 earth mover working at the Shell Plant, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1961
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Thomas Smith Super 10 earth mover working at the Shell Plant, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1961
Thomas Smith Super 10 earth mover working at the Shell Plant, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1961. Thomas Smith & Sons can trace their origins back to 1820 when the company was created by a group of millwrights. By 1840 most of the machines being produced were cranes ranging from 1/2 tonne to 10 tonnes. By 1861, Thomas Smith, one of the founder David Smith, had taken control and he ran the company as a partnership with his sons until he died in 1902, His sons incorporated the company in 1918
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This print captures the Thomas Smith Super 10 earth mover in action at the Shell Plant in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, back in 1961. The Thomas Smith & Sons company has a rich history dating all the way back to 1820 when it was founded by a group of skilled millwrights. Over time, their focus shifted towards producing cranes ranging from half a tonne to an impressive 10 tonnes by the year 1840. By 1861, Thomas Smith, one of the original founders' sons named David Smith, had taken over leadership and ran the company as a partnership with his own sons until his passing in 1902. Following this transition, his sons officially incorporated the business in 1918. The photograph showcases not only the remarkable machinery produced by Thomas Smith & Sons but also provides us with a glimpse into industrial life during that era. The image features an exterior view of the factory where workers are seen operating this powerful earthmoving equipment alongside tipper trucks for loading purposes. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we can appreciate both its historical significance and its artistic value captured through monochrome photography techniques. This particular print is part of Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd's collection curated by Michael Walters himself - offering viewers an authentic piece of British industrial heritage from mid-20th century England.
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