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Scene inside London Underground tunnel after a crash
Scene inside a London Underground tunnel following an incident on 28 February 1975. A train had failed to stop at Moorgate station and had crashed into the wall at the end of the tunnel, killing 43 people. This photograph was taken on 3 March, when bodies were still being recovered. The last body to be removed was that of the driver, on 5 March. Date: 1975
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This haunting photograph captures the aftermath of a tragic incident on the London Underground system, specifically on the Northern Line, which occurred on 28 February 1975. The scene inside the Moorgate tube tunnel shows the devastating consequences of a train that failed to stop at the station and collided with the end wall, resulting in the deaths of 43 people. The photograph was taken on 3 March, just a few days after the incident, when rescue and recovery efforts were still underway. Firefighters from the London Fire Brigade (LFB) are seen working diligently in the enclosed space of the tunnel, navigating through the debris and mess left behind by the crash. The firemen, dressed in their iconic uniforms, are focused on their task, their expressions a mix of determination and somberness. The London County Council (LCC) service vehicles and equipment can also be seen in the background, adding to the sense of urgency and chaos. The photograph offers a glimpse into the historical event that took place during the 1970s, a time when the London Underground was a vital part of the city's transport infrastructure. The incident at Moorgate station remains one of the most tragic in the history of the London Underground, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the risks and challenges faced by emergency responders during such incidents.
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