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Auto-passimeter flapper-arm device, turnstile in a station on the London Underground (b / w photo)
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Auto-passimeter flapper-arm device, turnstile in a station on the London Underground (b / w photo)
6014754 Auto-passimeter flapper-arm device, turnstile in a station on the London Underground (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Auto-passimeter flapper-arm device, turnstile in a station on the London Underground. Illustration from Railway Wonders of the World (The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, c1937).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23278080
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Automatic Automation Innovation London Underground Machine Station Technology Tickets 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Nineteen Thirties Public Transport Turnstile
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This photograph captures an intriguing piece of history from the London Underground in the 1930s. The image showcases an auto-passimeter flapper-arm device, a turnstile found in one of the stations. This fascinating contraption was used to control access to the underground network, ensuring that only those with valid tickets could pass through. The photo, taken by an English photographer, is part of a private collection and offers us a glimpse into the technological innovations of the time. It was featured as an illustration in "Railway Wonders of the World" a publication by The Amalgamated Press Limited. The machine itself represents automation and advancement in public transport during this period. With its intricate mechanics and sleek design, it reflects both British engineering prowess and German influence on technology. London's bustling underground system has always been at the forefront of innovation, connecting people across the city efficiently. This image serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of transportation technology while also highlighting our continued reliance on these systems today. As we admire this snapshot from history, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic value but also recognize its significance within Britain's rich railway heritage.
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