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Gatwick Airport, showing Terminal building and rail links
Gatwick Airport, Surrey - showing Terminal building (the Beehive opened in 1936) and rail links via the Brighton Main Line. The main airport today is north of this site. Date: 1938
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1938 Adjacent Aerodrome Airport Airways Beehive Brighton Gatwick Link Links Main Surrey
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1. Title: "Gatwick Airport, Surrey - A Glance into the Past: Terminal Building and Rail Links (1938)" This black-and-white photograph transports us back in time to the early days of Gatwick Airport in Surrey, England. The image, captured in 1938, showcases the original terminal building, affectionately known as the "Beehive," and the rail links via the Brighton Main Line. The Beehive terminal building, opened in 1936, stands proudly in the foreground. Its distinctive circular design, with its rounded roof and tall chimneys, is a stark contrast to the modern, sleek structures that define today's airport. In the background, the railway tracks and station are evident, marking the beginning of the airport's integration with the public transport system. Gatwick, initially established as an aerodrome in 1922, was still in its infancy during the late 1930s. The airport's growth was accelerated by the onset of World War II, which led to the expansion of airfields across the country. However, it wasn't until the 1950s that commercial aviation took off at Gatwick, with the opening of the new terminal north of the site seen in this photograph. The rail links played a significant role in the airport's development, providing easy access for passengers from London and the surrounding areas. British Airways Limited, which would later become a major player in the commercial aviation industry, operated services from Gatwick Airport during this period. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Gatwick Airport, showcasing its early days as a public aerodrome and the importance of rail links in its evolution.
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