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Site canteen JLP01_08_083797a
HEATHROW AIRPORT, B E A SERVICING HANGAR, HEATHROW, HILLINGDON, GREATER LONDON. Laing workmen playing a card game at a table in the site canteen during the construction of the BEA aircraft servicing hangar at Heathrow Airport.
In October 1969 Laing announced that its Industrial Engineering Branch had been awarded a contract for construction of an aircraft servicing hangar for British European Airways at Heathrow Airport. It was the companys second major contract at Heathrow, following the completion of the BEA and BOAC cargo terminal
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Media ID 24354171
© Historic England Archive
1970s Canteen People Chat Mates Tea Break Workforce
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection, featuring the captivating image "Site Canteen JLP01_08_083797a" by A© Historic England Archive. This vintage photograph transports you back in time to Heathrow Airport during the construction of the BEA aircraft servicing hangar in Hillingdon, Greater London. Witness a moment of relaxation and camaraderie as Laing workmen take a break from their duties to play a card game at a table in the site canteen. Add this intriguing piece of history to your home or office decor and bring a touch of the past into your space. Order your Media Storehouse Poster Print of "Site Canteen JLP01_08_083797a" today!
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Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a moment of camaraderie and relaxation amidst the bustling construction site of the BEA aircraft servicing hangar at Heathrow Airport in the 1970s. Laing workmen, dressed in their rugged attire, are seen engrossed in a card game at a table inside the lively site canteen. The image showcases not only the physical labor involved in constructing such an impressive structure but also highlights the importance of fostering relationships and taking well-deserved breaks during long hours of work. These friends and mates have found solace in each other's company, engaging in friendly banter while enjoying their tea break. Laing, known for its expertise in industrial engineering, had secured this significant contract after successfully completing another project at Heathrow Airport. This photograph serves as a testament to their dedication and craftsmanship. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when hard work was accompanied by moments of respite shared with colleagues who became like family. It reminds us that amidst the noise and chaos of construction sites, it is these small moments that bring joy and create lasting memories. This print from Historic England Archive allows us to appreciate both the architectural marvel being constructed as well as the human connections formed within its walls.
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