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Acrylic Blox : Traffic congestion, Covent Garden, London WC2
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Traffic congestion, Covent Garden, London WC2
Traffic congestion in the Covent Garden area, London WC2, showing a view along Henrietta Street from the corner of Bedford Street during the morning of 26 March 1959. Congestion like this made it difficult for fire services to get through in an emergency. Date: 1959
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Media ID 14158730
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1959 Area Bedford Blocking Business Congestion Corner Covent Difficult Emergency Goods Henrietta Lorry Morning Narrow Office Offices Parked Parking Premises Press Produce Services Sides Stamps Traffic Vehicles Delivery Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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Captured on a busy morning in 1959, this striking photograph showcases the congested streets of Covent Garden, London WC2. Henrietta Street is jam-packed with vehicles, making it challenging for emergency services to navigate through the area. The image highlights the difficulties faced by firefighters and other essential responders during peak hours.
The scene is filled with parked cars lining both sides of the street, blocking access and creating a narrow view down Bedford Street. A lorry and van are seen delivering goods to nearby market stalls, while fruit and produce are piled high outside shops and offices. The iconic Odhams Press building stands tall in the background, its distinctive clock tower visible above the sea of vehicles.
This poignant snapshot not only captures a moment in time but also serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by our emergency services in navigating urban areas during times of congestion. It's a powerful reminder of how much our cities have evolved since then, with modern infrastructure designed to prioritize safety and accessibility.
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