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The Arrival at the Ordnance Works, Elswick, near Newcastle, of a Monster Anvil for the Manufacture of Armstrong Guns (engraving)
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The Arrival at the Ordnance Works, Elswick, near Newcastle, of a Monster Anvil for the Manufacture of Armstrong Guns (engraving)
1612898 The Arrival at the Ordnance Works, Elswick, near Newcastle, of a Monster Anvil for the Manufacture of Armstrong Guns (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Arrival at the Ordnance Works, Elswick, near Newcastle, of a Monster Anvil for the Manufacture of Armstrong Guns. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 April 1861.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23094834
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Drawn Elswick Manufacture Munitions Newcastle Tyne Wear
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This engraving captures the momentous arrival of a colossal monster anvil at the Ordnance Works in Elswick, near Newcastle. The image showcases the sheer scale and weight of this essential tool used in the manufacture of Armstrong Guns during the 19th century. The scene is bustling with activity as workers and horses laboriously transport this behemoth anvil to its designated location. The immense size of the anvil emphasizes its importance in shaping and forging these powerful weapons for military use. The horses strain against their harnesses, their muscles taut with effort, as they pull this extraordinary load through the rugged terrain. Their determination mirrors that of those involved in producing these armaments, highlighting both human and animal strength working together towards a common goal. Elswick's ordnance works were renowned for their expertise in munitions production, making it a hub for industrial innovation during this era. This print serves as a testament to the ingenuity and skill required to create such formidable weaponry. The illustration originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on April 27th, 1861, providing readers with a glimpse into one aspect of Britain's booming manufacturing industry. Today, it stands as a historical artifact capturing not only technological advancements but also showcasing how animals played an integral role in supporting human progress during that time period.
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