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Framed 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
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with this stunning framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring an iconic image of the Ford Motor Manufacturing plant in Bridgend, Wales, taken 12 months before its grand opening in May 1979. Captured by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints, this print is a must-have for Ford enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Relive the past with this high-quality framed print, perfect for adding character and depth to any room in your home or office.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
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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