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Poster Print : Housing February 1948 Twenty four disused coaches are being converted into mordern

Housing February 1948 Twenty four disused coaches are being converted into mordern



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Housing February 1948 Twenty four disused coaches are being converted into mordern

Housing February 1948
Twenty four disused coaches are being converted into mordern all in electric bungalows in the grounds of one of our biggest rail rolling stock engineers at Slough.
Kathleen Anstee (r) wearing overall and June Crowhurst try put the new Railway carriage home which are to help in Britains export drive in order

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Media ID 21493252

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Carriages Cleaning Houses Railway Spring


A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print

Step back in time with our captivating poster print from Memory Lane Prints, featuring the image "Housing February 1948" by Greated. Witness the transformation of twenty-four disused coaches into modern all-electric bungalows at one of the biggest rail rolling stock engineers in Slough. This vintage poster is a unique addition to any home or office space, transporting you back to a time of innovation and creativity. Bring a piece of history into your everyday life with the Media Storehouse range of high-quality 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.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

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.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from February 1948, we are transported back in time to witness a remarkable transformation taking place. Twenty-four disused coaches, once destined for the scrapyard, are being ingeniously converted into modern all-electric bungalows. Nestled within the sprawling grounds of one of Britain's largest rail rolling stock engineers in Slough, these unique railway carriage homes symbolize innovation and hope. Kathleen Anstee and June Crowhurst, two determined women wearing overalls, can be seen diligently cleaning one of these extraordinary dwellings. Their efforts contribute to Britain's export drive as these repurposed carriages will serve as living spaces that showcase British craftsmanship and ingenuity to the world. The arrival of spring is evident in the air as blossoming flowers surround the scene, adding a touch of natural beauty to this unusual sight. The juxtaposition between old-world charm and modernity is striking; it serves as a testament to human adaptability and resourcefulness during challenging times. This photograph captures not just an architectural marvel but also represents a significant chapter in British history. It reminds us that even amidst adversity, there is always room for creativity and progress. As we gaze upon this image frozen in time, we cannot help but ponder how such humble beginnings paved the way for future advancements in housing design.

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