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London travellers are soaked by the rain as the end of the 1976 drought is officially
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London travellers are soaked by the rain as the end of the 1976 drought is officially
London travellers are soaked by the rain as the end of the 1976 drought is officially announced by the government.
November 1976
Alisdair Macdonald
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
GL*3737137
Media ID 21542094
© Mirrorpix
Busy Commuters London Transport Public Transport Queues Rain Routemaster Bus Umbrella Victoria
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In this print captured by Alisdair Macdonald, the bustling streets of London come to life as commuters face a sudden downpour. It is November 1976, and after months of scorching heat during the infamous drought, rain finally pours from the heavens above. The image showcases a quintessential London scene - busy queues at a bus stop with people huddled under umbrellas, seeking shelter from the relentless wet weather. The photograph perfectly encapsulates the relief felt by Londoners as they witness nature's respite from an arid summer. As droplets cascade down their faces and soak their clothes, these resilient travellers embrace the change in weather with mixed emotions. The government's official announcement marking an end to the drought adds significance to this momentous occasion. Amidst all chaos, a red Routemaster bus bearing its iconic number thirty-eight stands tall in the background – symbolizing not just public transport but also resilience and continuity amidst changing times. Macdonald's lens captures more than just rain-soaked individuals; it immortalizes a collective experience shared by countless Londoners who endured one extreme climate only to be drenched in another. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst unpredictable weather patterns, life goes on – buses keep running, people continue commuting – creating enduring memories etched within each drop of rain falling upon them.
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