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Fine Art Print : Bridging the Lune JLP01_08_081805
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Bridging the Lune JLP01_08_081805
TEBAY, EDEN, CUMBRIA. A view of the construction of the M6 Motorway through the Lune Gorge near Jeffreys Mount, showing the motorway crossing the River Lune, a temporary bailey bridge for the haul road in the foreground and huts and a batching plant in the background.
The work on the Lune Gorge section of the M6 Motorway between Killington and Tebay (Junction 37 - Junction 38) was carried out by John Laing Construction Ltd. Work started in October 1967 and the motorway was opened to traffic in October 1970. On this stretch of the M6, 20 bridges and 17 culverts were built across rivers and streams. This photograph shows the motorway at the grid reference NY
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Media ID 24180656
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
Civil Engineering Construction Motorway Road Road Transport Rural Landscape Viaduct Bridge River
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and breathtaking beauty of England with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece, Bridging the Lune JLP01_08_081805 by Historic England Archive, captures the construction of the M6 Motorway through the Lune Gorge near Jeffreys Mount. Witness the motorway gracefully crossing the River Lune as it once did, a testament to engineering and the passage of time. Bring this historic moment into your home or office and add a touch of timeless charm to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 42cm (21" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the monumental construction of the M6 Motorway as it traverses through the picturesque Lune Gorge near Jeffreys Mount in Cumbria. The image showcases a remarkable scene, with the motorway elegantly crossing over the River Lune, while a temporary bailey bridge for the haul road stands prominently in the foreground. In the distance, huts and a batching plant can be seen against a backdrop of rolling hills. The work on this section of the M6 Motorway was undertaken by John Laing Construction Ltd. , commencing in October 1967 and culminating in its opening to traffic three years later in October 1970. This particular stretch required immense engineering prowess, resulting in the creation of 20 bridges and 17 culverts across various rivers and streams. The photograph not only highlights significant civil engineering achievements but also offers an insight into rural landscapes transformed by modern road transport infrastructure. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination to connect communities through efficient transportation networks. Captured by A© Historic England Archive, this image is an invaluable historical document that preserves both technical expertise and natural beauty. It reminds us of our ability to shape our surroundings while harmonizing with nature's splendor.
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