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Tramlines being laid, Whitechapel High Street, London, 1929
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Tramlines being laid, Whitechapel High Street, London, 1929
Tramlines being laid, Whitechapel High Street, Stepney, London, August 1929. Men work laying the track and points at the crossover, Commercial Road junction. Others stand and watch; traffic speeds along on the right. View from the window of Gardiner s, a large store on the corner. The track was first laid in 1907 and is here being improved
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Media ID 15181948
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Building Site Commercial Road Council Crossroads East End Greater London Council Junction London County Council Roadworks Stepney Tower Hamlets Track Traffic Tram Line Tramline Tramlines Tramway Whitechapel High Street Working Man Workman Workmen
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Tramlines being laid, Whitechapel High Street, London, 1929 - A Glimpse into the Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to August 1929 in bustling Whitechapel High Street, Stepney. The image captures a significant moment in the city's history as men diligently work on laying tramlines and points at the crossover near Commercial Road junction. As they laboriously carry out their task, others stand by attentively watching their progress. From the vantage point of Gardiner's large store on the corner, we witness an intriguing scene unfold before our eyes. Traffic speeds along on the right side of the street while these dedicated workers strive to improve and expand upon existing infrastructure. This particular track was initially laid in 1907 and is now undergoing enhancements. The photo encapsulates both the energy and transformation that characterized early 20th-century London. Towering buildings line either side of this avenue as pedestrians go about their daily routines amidst this construction site. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this snapshot from a bygone era. As we observe these anonymous men engaged in their occupation, it serves as a reminder of how far transportation has evolved over time. This piece of history preserved within Guildhall Library and Art Gallery allows us to appreciate not only their hard work but also provides insight into London's rich heritage.
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