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The Manchester Ship Canal, Bird s-Eye View of its Course, from Liverpool to Manchester (engraving)
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The Manchester Ship Canal, Bird s-Eye View of its Course, from Liverpool to Manchester (engraving)
1624955 The Manchester Ship Canal, Bird s-Eye View of its Course, from Liverpool to Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manchester Ship Canal, Bird s-Eye View of its Course, from Liverpool to Manchester. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 July 1886.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23077654
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Aerial Views Birds Eye View Birkenhead Course Docks Liverpool Manchester Manchester Ship Canal River Mersey Ship Canal Warrington Waterways Widnes Ellesmere Port Runcorn
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The Manchester Ship Canal - A Historic Journey Connecting Liverpool to Manchester
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. This engraving, created by an English School artist in the 19th century, offers a mesmerizing bird's-eye view of the renowned Manchester Ship Canal. Stretching from Liverpool to Manchester, this remarkable waterway served as a vital link between these two bustling cities during the industrial revolution. The intricate details showcased in this print allow us to explore the canal's course and witness its significant landmarks. From the majestic River Mersey and Partington Coal Basin to Warrington Dock and Cheshire Lines Railway, every element plays a crucial role in facilitating trade and transportation along this historic route. As we follow the canal's path, we encounter Runcorn Docks, Salford Docks, Irlam Locks, Barton Locks, Latchford Locks, Eastham Locks – each serving as gateways for ships navigating through various terrains. The aerial views provide a unique perspective on Ellesmere Port and its impressive canal aqueduct while highlighting key locations like Widnes and Birkenhead. This engraving not only showcases topographical accuracy but also captures the essence of progress during that era. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in creating such an extensive network of waterways that transformed commerce and connected communities across Lancashire. As we admire this historical masterpiece captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection let us appreciate how it symbolizes both engineering marvels of its time and our
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