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More than 4, 200 tons of brickwork hit the dust yesterday on target at Glasgow
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More than 4, 200 tons of brickwork hit the dust yesterday on target at Glasgow
More than 4, 200 tons of brickwork hit the dust yesterday on target at Glasgows Pinkston power station.Timing was conducted with military precision, shorty before the blast a warning klaxon sounded and police closed the nearby motorway.
9th April 1978
Daily Record
Mirrorpix
Glasgow
Scotland
Media ID 21666360
© Mirrorpix
Chimney Demolition Destruction Explosion Explosives Smoke 1978 Blast
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Captured in this striking print from Memory Lane Prints, we witness the dramatic demolition of Glasgow's Pinkston power station on 9th April 1978. With military precision, more than 4,200 tons of brickwork crumble into dust as the explosives hit their target. The timing of this controlled blast was executed flawlessly, preceded by a warning klaxon and the closure of nearby motorways to ensure public safety. The sheer force unleashed during this momentous event is evident in the billowing smoke that engulfs the scene. As debris fills the air, it serves as a poignant reminder of both destruction and progress. This photograph encapsulates an era when demolitions were celebrated for making way for new beginnings. In capturing this historic moment, Mirrorpix has expertly preserved not just an image but also a piece of history from the 20th century. The towering chimney reduced to rubble symbolizes both an end and a fresh start – marking progress towards modernization and innovation. As we gaze upon this powerful image, let us reflect on how our world constantly evolves through moments like these – where old structures make way for new possibilities. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and our ability to shape our surroundings according to our needs.
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