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Clocking out JLP01_01_074_01
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Clocking out JLP01_01_074_01
BERKELEY POWER STATION, BERKELEY, HAM AND STONE, STROUD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. Workers queuing at the Time Office and Clocking Station at the close of a normal working day on the construction site.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
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Media ID 23828694
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1950s Construction Nuclear Power Station People At Work
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The print titled "Clocking out JLP01_01_074_01" captures a poignant moment at the Berkeley Power Station in Gloucestershire during the 1950s. As the day draws to a close, workers form orderly queues outside the Time Office and Clocking Station, signaling an end to their laborious tasks on this bustling construction site. This image, catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20 by Historic England Archive, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of hard work and dedication. It serves as a testament to the countless individuals who contributed their skills and efforts towards building this monumental nuclear power station. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness weary faces etched with exhaustion yet filled with camaraderie. These men have spent their day shaping steel beams, pouring concrete foundations, or operating heavy machinery - each playing an integral role in bringing this ambitious project to life. Beyond its historical significance lies an inherent human story that resonates even today. The photo reminds us of our collective pursuit for progress and innovation through collaborative endeavors. It encapsulates both individual determination and communal unity within its frame. As we gaze upon these workers clocking out after another arduous day's work, let us acknowledge their invaluable contributions while also recognizing that every great achievement is built upon the sweat and perseverance of those who came before us.
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