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A Bedford truck belonging to L E Wrights and Co, the contractors from Maidstone
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A Bedford truck belonging to L E Wrights and Co, the contractors from Maidstone
A Bedford truck belonging to L E Wrights and Co, the contractors from Maidstone, Kent, being unloaded.
1936
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Media ID 10988390
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Delivery Load Lorry Sack Sacks Transit Truck Unloading Worker Workers Flatbed
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This print captures a moment in history during the 1930s. In the frame, we see a Bedford truck proudly displaying the name of L E Wrights and Co, renowned contractors from Maidstone, Kent. The image showcases a scene of bustling activity as workers unload sacks from the flatbed truck with utmost precision. The monochrome tones add depth to this snapshot from between the wars, evoking nostalgia for an era long gone. John Topham's keen eye for detail is evident in every element of this composition - from the worn-out tires on the truck to the determined expressions on the men's faces. Transportation played a vital role in shaping society during this period, and this photograph serves as a testament to that fact. It offers us a glimpse into everyday life when deliveries were made by hardworking individuals like these workers who diligently unloaded each sack by hand. As we admire this piece of Europeana photography, let us reflect on how far we have come since then. This image encapsulates not only an era but also represents resilience and dedication that still resonate today.
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