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Interior of the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool
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Interior of the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool
King George V opened the Mersey Tunnel called Queensway on 18 July 1934, arranging to drive in the tunnel. Exclusively for vehicles, connecting Liverpool with Birkenhead under the River Mersey. At the time of its construction it was the longest underwater tunnel in the world a title it held for 24 years, and costed a total of 8 million. Photographs here showing (above) the junction with Birkenhead docks branch, (below) a curve that takes four lines of traffic abreast.
18 July 1934
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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"This evocative photograph captures the historic moment on 18 July 1934, as King George V makes his way through the newly opened Queensway Tunnel beneath the River Mersey in Liverpool, England. The monarch, accompanied by his entourage, arrived at the entrance of the tunnel, marking the official opening of this engineering marvel, which connected Liverpool with Birkenhead for the first time. At the time, the Queensway Tunnel was the longest underwater tunnel in the world, a title it held for 24 years. The construction of this tunnel cost a total of 8 million pounds and was exclusively for vehicles, revolutionizing the way people and goods moved between the two cities. The image above showcases the junction with the Birkenhead docks branch, while the one below reveals a curve that accommodates four lines of traffic abreast. The intricate design of the tunnel's interior is evident, with its well-lit shops and elegant architecture creating an inviting atmosphere for travelers. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1930s and the grandeur of the tunnel's opening ceremony. The image is a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the time, as well as the significant role that transportation infrastructure plays in shaping our communities and connecting us to one another." (Image 1: Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans) (Text: 250 words)
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