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London Tram 1952
The last week in service for the poor old Route 36 tram, from Abbey Wood to Embankment via the Old Kent Road and Blackfriars. Londons very last tram ran on 7 July 1952
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1952 Blackfriars Cigarette Conductor Customer Electric Embankment Lighting Londons Poor Route Trams Week Tram
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Introducing the Media Storehouse London Tram 1952 Jigsaw Puzzle, a captivating addition to your collection from the Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing puzzle brings to life a snapshot of history with the last week in service for London's iconic Route 36 tram. Travel back in time as you piece together this vibrant image from Mary Evans Prints Online, featuring the old Kent Road and Blackfriars, with the tram making its final journey from Abbey Wood to Embankment. Experience the charm of London's past as you relive the last days of the city's iconic tram system, which came to an end on 7 July 1952. Get ready for a challenging and rewarding puzzle experience with this captivating London Tram 1952 Jigsaw Puzzle from Media Storehouse.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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 evocative photograph captures the final days of London's iconic tram system, specifically Route 36, as it made its way through the bustling streets of London in July 1952. The scene takes place at Abbey Wood, the starting point of the route, where the old tram, numbered 36, is seen making a stop. The tramcar, with its worn-out exterior and weathered appearance, carries a sense of history and nostalgia. The road leading up to Abbey Wood is lined with trees, their leaves in full summer bloom, adding a picturesque touch to the image. The tram is surrounded by the hustle and bustle of activity, with people going about their daily business, some even smoking cigarettes as they wait for the tram or cross the road. Despite the lively atmosphere, the tram's conductor looks pensive, perhaps reflecting on the impending end of an era. The old tram, which had been in service since the early 1900s, was being replaced by buses and trolleybuses as part of London's modernization efforts. The last tram, numbered 36, ran on July 7, 1952, marking the end of an era in London's transport history. The lighting in the photograph, with the sun casting long shadows and the warm glow of the street lamps, adds to the sense of melancholy and nostalgia. The image is a poignant reminder of London's past, a time when trams were the primary mode of transport for many Londoners. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a precious historical document that captures a moment in time that will never be repeated.
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