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Port Sunlight nr Birkenhead
Port Sunlight nr Birkenhead - village Street, timbered inn in foreground, Factory Chimney smoking. Part of Box 12 Boswell collection. Counties of England. Date: circa 1900
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Birkenhead Chimney Counties Foreground Sunlight Timbered
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This lantern slide image transports us back in time to the early 1900s in the picturesque village of Port Sunlight near Birkenhead, Merseyside, England. The quaint, timbered inn in the foreground, with its inviting sign and warm, golden glow, stands as a beacon of community and hospitality. The cobblestone street, lined with quaint houses and well-tended gardens, adds to the idyllic scene. In the background, a factory chimney belches out plumes of smoke, a reminder of the industrial heart that beats within this seemingly tranquil village. Established in 1888 by the Lever Brothers, Port Sunlight was designed as a model village for its workers, offering them a comfortable living environment amidst the bustling industrial landscape. The village, which was influenced by the Garden City movement, showcased modern amenities, including a library, hospital, and school, and was renowned for its beautiful architecture and meticulously maintained gardens. This image encapsulates the unique blend of industry and community that defined Port Sunlight during this era. The lantern slide, part of the Boswell collection, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to imagine the sights, sounds, and stories that unfolded on this very street over a century ago.
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