Poster Print : Laying Railway Track 30S
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Laying Railway Track 30S
Workmen laying a railway track Date: 1930s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14295413
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Gravel Laying Pylon Sleeper Track Wheelbarrow Workmen
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage-inspired poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Laying Railway Track 30S," showcases the determination and hard work of workers in the 1930s as they lay down a new railway track. The black-and-white photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, evokes a sense of history and industry. Perfect for adding character to any room, these high-quality poster prints are sure to be conversation starters and make for unique and thoughtful decor. Bring the past into your present with Media Storehouse's authentic and timeless poster prints.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the determination and hard labor involved in the construction of a railway line in the 1930s. The image features a group of workmen, dressed in heavy coats and hats, laying railway tracks in a rural setting. In the foreground, one worker carefully positions a sleeper, or railroad tie, while another hammers it into place with a sledgehammer. A third workman stands nearby, holding a wheelbarrow filled with gravel, ready to help lay the next section of track. In the background, a pylon supports the overhead power lines that will soon provide electricity to power the trains. The scene is peaceful, yet the industrious atmosphere is palpable as the men work in unison to lay the foundation for modern transportation. The rough terrain, covered in gravel and small stones, speaks to the challenging conditions faced by the workers. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the expansion of railway networks transformed the way people traveled and connected communities across Britain. The image is a testament to the ingenuity, perseverance, and teamwork required to build the intricate web of tracks that would come to define the country's transport infrastructure.
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