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A heavy load stops the Manchester traffic, 1962. Artist: Michael Walters
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A heavy load stops the Manchester traffic, 1962. Artist: Michael Walters
A heavy load stops the Manchester traffic, 1962. A policeman stops traffic as a giant 85-foot absorption tower is pulled slowly through the streets of Dukinfield by a Foden lorry owned by Edward Beck & Son. The tower was on its way from its manufacturer, the Woodall Duckham Company, to the Coleshill coal preparation plant near Birmingham
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A Glimpse into Manchester's Past - A Heavy Load Halts Traffic in 1962
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. In this photograph captured by artist Michael Walters, we are transported back to the bustling streets of Manchester in 1962. The image showcases a remarkable scene where a colossal 85-foot absorption tower brings the city traffic to a standstill. As onlookers gather curiously, a diligent policeman takes charge, halting vehicles as this extraordinary structure is slowly pulled through Dukinfield's streets. Owned by Edward Beck & Son, the Foden lorry valiantly shoulders the weight of this unusual load on its journey from Woodall Duckham Company to Coleshill coal preparation plant near Birmingham. This snapshot offers us an intriguing glimpse into Britain's thriving coal industry during that era. The monochrome composition adds a timeless quality to the image, emphasizing both the historical significance and industrial prowess of Greater Manchester. It serves as a testament to the hardworking men who dedicated their lives to professions within road transport and haulage industries. As we admire this rare moment frozen in time, let us appreciate not only Michael Walters' skillful photography but also reflect upon how our cities have evolved over decades. This print truly encapsulates an era when transporting such massive structures was not just an occupation but also an awe-inspiring feat that could bring even one of England's busiest avenues to a halt.
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