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Fine Art Print : The Ford Motor Manufacturing plant at Bridgend, Wales, Picture taken 12 months
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The Ford Motor Manufacturing plant at Bridgend, Wales, Picture taken 12 months
The Ford Motor Manufacturing plant at Bridgend, Wales,
Picture taken 12 months before it opened.
Picture taken 8th May 1979
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Bridgend
Wales
B/W Print
Media ID 21852754
© Mirrorpix
1979 Aerial Bridgend Construction Factory Ford Manufacturing Motoring Overhead South Wales
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints collection. Witness the historic moment captured 12 months before the grand opening of the Ford Motor Manufacturing plant in Bridgend, Wales, on 8th May 1979. This evocative black-and-white image, taken by Mirrorpix, transports you back to an era of industrial innovation and progress. Add this unique piece to your home or office décor and relive history with every glance.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Ford Motor Manufacturing plant at Bridgend, Wales - a glimpse into the past. This aerial photograph, taken on the 8th of May 1979, showcases the impressive construction progress of this iconic factory just before its grand opening. Nestled in the heart of South Wales, this sprawling facility would soon become a symbol of automotive excellence and innovation. In this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to an era when car manufacturing was at its peak. The image captures the magnitude and ambition behind Ford's venture as it embarked on expanding its production capabilities in Bridgend. Rows upon rows of yet-to-be-assembled cars fill the grounds below, hinting at the bustling activity that awaited within those walls. The significance of this momentous occasion cannot be understated. It marked not only a milestone for Ford but also represented hope and prosperity for the local community who eagerly anticipated employment opportunities that would arise from this venture. As we gaze upon this historic scene today, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of technological advancements and industrial progress. This photograph immortalizes an important chapter in both Welsh history and Ford's legacy – forever capturing their shared journey towards revolutionizing motoring.
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