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Constructing the A500 JLP01_08_092215
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Constructing the A500 JLP01_08_092215
A500, City of Stoke-on-Trent. A stretch of the Potteries D Road on the A500 passing through an industrial landscape near Stoke-on-Trent.
This photograph is part of a batch showing work carried out by Laings Highways Branch during the construction of part of the Potteries D Road or Stoke D Road on the A500. A 6.5km stretch of dual carriageway running from near Talke to Etruria in Stoke-on-Trent was constructed by the company, with work starting in October 1970
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1970s Industry Landscape Road Urban Conveyors Gasometers Rail Tracks Timber Yard
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This print captures the process of constructing the A500, also known as the Potteries D Road, in Stoke-on-Trent during the 1970s. The image showcases a stretch of this vital dual carriageway passing through an industrial landscape near the city. Taken by A© Historic England Archive, this photograph is part of a series documenting the work carried out by Laings Highways Branch during the construction phase. Spanning over 6.5 kilometers from Talke to Etruria, this significant infrastructure project began in October 1970. The photo reveals a fascinating glimpse into Stoke-on-Trent's industrial heritage with various elements present in the scene. Amongst towering gasometers and rail tracks lies a timber yard bustling with activity. Conveyors can be seen transporting materials, symbolizing progress and development. Through its composition and subject matter, this image encapsulates both urbanization and industry within one frame. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess that transformed landscapes for better connectivity and economic growth. As we admire this historical snapshot today, it reminds us of how far our transportation systems have come while honoring those who dedicated their efforts towards building essential road networks like the A500 - shaping cities like Stoke-on-Trent into what they are today.
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