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Customs officer checking the documents of a man on a bicycle at the Border Post between
Customs officer checking the documents of a man on a bicycle at the Border Post between Northern Ireland and the Republic.
Circa 1960
Syndication
Mirrorpix
Ireland
Media ID 21607858
© Mirrorpix
Bicycle Control Customs Eire Frontier Security
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the 1960s at the Border Post between Northern Ireland and the Republic. The image captures a moment of intense scrutiny as a customs officer diligently checks the documents of a man on his bicycle. The scene exudes an air of control and security, highlighting the importance placed on border regulations during that era. As tensions simmered in Northern Ireland, this checkpoint served as a crucial frontier for monitoring goods and individuals crossing between these two distinct regions. The photograph beautifully encapsulates the simplicity of transportation in those times - a lone cyclist navigating through bureaucratic procedures while carrying his belongings on his trusty bicycle. It serves as a reminder of how different our world was just decades ago, with bicycles serving not only as modes of transport but also vessels for personal freedom. Mirrorpix has expertly preserved this snapshot from history, allowing us to reflect upon an important period when borders held immense significance. The attention to detail in capturing both the customs officer's focused expression and the cyclist's anticipation creates an intriguing narrative within this single frame. This print is not merely an image frozen in time; it represents an era defined by political complexities and societal changes. It invites viewers to delve into their own memories or imagine what life might have been like during those transformative years – all through one powerful visual encounter provided by Mirrorpix's remarkable collection.
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