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Photographic Print : M6 completed JLP01_08_065787
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M6 completed JLP01_08_065787
M6 Motorway, M6, Swynnerton, Stafford, Staffordshire. A view looking south along Section C of the recently completed Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6) near Trentham Park, showing the A519 passing beneath the motorway and the access bridge to Trentham Park in the background.
The work on the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6), between junctions J13 to J16 started in June 1960 and was carried out by John Laing Construction Ltd. Section C was 5 miles in length between Beech and Keele
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Media ID 24091747
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Construction Lorry Motorway Road Transport Travel Truck
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the historic beauty of the M6 Motorway in our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints collection. This captivating image, copyrighted by Historic England Archive and captured by Joh, showcases Section C of the recently completed Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6) near Trentham Park in Stafford, Staffordshire. Experience the past as you gaze upon this view looking south along the M6, where the modern marvel of motorway engineering meets the picturesque landscape of Swynnerton, Stafford. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality, Museum-grade prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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This print captures the completion of Section C of the iconic M6 Motorway, a significant milestone in the construction of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway. Taken near Trentham Park in Staffordshire, this image showcases a view looking south along the motorway, with the A519 passing beneath it and the access bridge to Trentham Park visible in the background. The construction work on this particular section began in June 1960 and was undertaken by John Laing Construction Ltd. , a renowned company known for their expertise in infrastructure projects. Spanning over 5 miles between Beech and Keele, Section C represents an impressive feat of engineering that would greatly enhance road connectivity and travel efficiency. In this snapshot from history, we witness not only a remarkable display of human ingenuity but also glimpses into transportation trends of that era. The presence of trucks and lorries on the motorway serves as a reminder of how vital these vehicles were during this time period for transporting goods across long distances. Preserved within Historic England's Archive, this print offers us an opportunity to reflect upon our progress as a society while appreciating both past achievements and future possibilities for further development.
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