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Mill Lane in Cardiff is almost impossible to recognise after the Glamorganshire Canal was
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Mill Lane in Cardiff is almost impossible to recognise after the Glamorganshire Canal was
Mill Lane in Cardiff is almost impossible to recognise after the Glamorganshire Canal was covered over in 1958
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Mirrorpix
Cardiff
Wales
Media ID 21618365
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This print takes us back to the 1950s, specifically to the year 1958, when a significant transformation altered the landscape of Mill Lane in Cardiff forever. The once bustling and picturesque thoroughfare is now almost unrecognizable due to a monumental change that occurred during this period. The Glamorganshire Canal, which meandered through this historic lane for centuries, was covered over. The image captures an era of transition as progress took its toll on Cardiff's urban fabric. What was once a vibrant waterway bustling with boats and trade activities has been replaced by concrete and asphalt. It serves as a poignant reminder of how cities evolve over time, shedding their old identities in favor of modernization. As we gaze upon this photograph from Memory Lane Prints, it sparks curiosity about what life must have been like along the canal in its heyday. How did people navigate these waters? What businesses thrived alongside it? And what stories lie hidden beneath the surface? Preserved within this snapshot is not just an image but also a piece of history—a testament to our ever-changing world. It invites us to reflect on our past while appreciating the present-day cityscape that has emerged from such transformations.
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