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Street In Glasgow
circa 1895: Passers-by and horse-drawn traffic in Jamaica Street, Glasgow. Glasgow flourished during the industrial revolution because the Clyde was dredged and widened so that sea-going cargo ships could travel into the heart of the city and the docks. The city profited from tobacco, sugar and cotton exports and developed a world-famous shipbuilding industry. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Media ID 11804596
1900 Landscape Black White Europe T
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Street In Glasgow (circa 1895) - A Glimpse into the Bustling Heart of Industrial Revolution
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. This print takes us back to Jamaica Street in Glasgow, Scotland, around the year 1895. The image captures a vibrant scene filled with passers-by and horse-drawn traffic, offering a glimpse into the bustling life during the industrial revolution. Glasgow's prosperity during this era can be attributed to its strategic location on the Clyde River. With extensive dredging and widening efforts, sea-going cargo ships were able to navigate deep into the heart of the city and its thriving docks. This development led to substantial economic growth as Glasgow profited from lucrative exports such as tobacco, sugar, and cotton. However, it was shipbuilding that truly put Glasgow on the map. The city became renowned worldwide for its exceptional shipbuilding industry which flourished alongside other industries during this period. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, one can almost feel the energy emanating from those streets where dreams were built upon steel frames. The Fine Art Storehouse presents this remarkable piece capturing an important chapter in Glasgow's history by Hulton Archive/Getty Images. It serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and resilience amidst rapid industrialization. Let your imagination wander through these cobbled streets as you admire this exquisite print that encapsulates an era when Glasgow stood at the forefront of global trade and innovation.
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