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Technical College - Glasgow, Scotland
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Technical College - Glasgow, Scotland
Glasgow and West of Scotland Technical College (1887-1912), afterwards becoming the Royal Technical College (1912-1956) - Glasgow, Scotland. Date: 1909
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College Corner Educational Establishment Glasgow Higher Perspective Sep16 Technical Trickery Visual
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1. Title: A Perspective View of Glasgow's Technical College in the Early 1900s This photograph, dated 1909, showcases the Glasgow and West of Scotland Technical College, an esteemed higher educational establishment located in Glasgow, Scotland. At the time of this image, the college was known as the Glasgow and West of Scotland Technical College, having been founded in 1887. Later, in 1912, it was granted the prestigious title of Royal Technical College. The photograph presents a striking perspective view of the college, with its imposing sandstone facade and intricate architectural details. The building's symmetrical design, featuring tall arched windows, ornate cornices, and a central clock tower, exudes a sense of grandeur and sophistication. The college's location in the heart of Glasgow is evident from the bustling cityscape visible in the background, with its mix of Victorian and Edwardian architecture, narrow streets, and tramlines. The photograph, taken in the early 1900s, captures the college during a period of significant growth and expansion in Scotland's educational landscape. The Technical College played a crucial role in providing vocational training and higher education opportunities to the local population, contributing to the economic and social development of Glasgow and the wider region. Despite the impressive appearance of the college in this image, it is essential to remember that this photograph, like all visual representations, employs a degree of visual trickery. The use of a wide-angle lens or careful composition may have been employed to enhance the building's grandeur and create a more dramatic effect. Nonetheless, this photograph remains an invaluable record of Glasgow's rich educational history and the architectural beauty of one of its most iconic institutions.
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