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Metal Print : Trainspotting became a mania for the nations young males in the 1950s
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Trainspotting became a mania for the nations young males in the 1950s
Trainspotting became a mania for the nations young males in the 1950s. Heads bowed in obeisance to their obsession, a gaggle stand at London Waterloo, in August 1952. Youth culture is just rearing its head as there is a division between the junior oiks and the teenagers with drainpipe trousers edging in. Still, at least you knew where all the kids were. Trainspotters at Waterloo station
Children Childhood Hobbies
Transport Railways
Signal Box
August 1952
1950s
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
WA*3203936
Media ID 21251006
© Mirrorpix
1952 Boys Core71 Engines Railways Stations Steam Steam Train Suit Tracks Trains Uniform
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Step back in time with our vintage Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the captivating image of 'Trainspotting: A Mania for the Nation's Young Males in the 1950s' from Memory Lane Prints. This iconic Daily Mirror photograph, taken at London Waterloo Station in August 1952, beautifully captures the intense focus and dedication of young men who made trainspotting a cultural phenomenon. The high-quality metal print adds a unique, modern twist to this classic image, making it a must-have for any nostalgia enthusiast or railway history buff's collection.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Trainspotting - A Mania of Youthful Obsession in the 1950s
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. In the vibrant era of the 1950s, a peculiar obsession took hold of young males across the nation - trainspotting. This print captures a moment frozen in time at London Waterloo station in August 1952, where a gaggle of youngsters stand with heads bowed, paying homage to their beloved pastime. As youth culture begins to emerge, there is an evident divide between the junior oiks and the teenagers sporting trendy drainpipe trousers. Yet amidst this division, one thing remains certain - all these kids are united by their shared passion for trains. It was here at Waterloo station that they found solace and camaraderie among fellow enthusiasts. The image showcases not only children but also childhood itself - a period characterized by innocence and boundless curiosity. These boys find joy in tracking engines, steam billowing from their mighty locomotives as they traverse tracks with unwavering determination. The signal box stands tall in the background, serving as a reminder of both order and adventure that awaited these young adventurers on every rail journey. The photograph encapsulates an era when transport revolved around railways, capturing an essence that has since faded into history. This remarkable snapshot from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to a time when suits and uniforms were worn proudly by those captivated by this unique hobby. Trainspotting may have been seen as just another youthful craze; however, it
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