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Control Room JLP01_08_063888
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Control Room JLP01_08_063888
CIS BUILDING, COOPERATIVE INSURANCE SOCIETY TOWER, MILLER STREET, MANCHESTER. A man operating controls in the basement control room of the Co-operative Insurance Society (CIS) tower in Manchester.
In 1959, the Laing Company began work on the construction of two office blocks for the Co-operative Society in Manchester. The Co-operative Insurance Society (CIS) tower was over 350ft high when completed in 1962, and was the tallest office block in the country at the time. On an adjacent site, a smaller 14-storey high office block for the Co-operative Wholesale Society (CWS) was constructed simultaneously
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This print captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the bustling control room of the iconic Co-operative Insurance Society (CIS) tower in Manchester. The year is 1962, and a man can be seen diligently operating controls in the basement control room, surrounded by an array of advanced technology for that era. The CIS tower was a marvel of its time, standing tall at over 350 feet and proudly holding the title of the country's tallest office block. Its construction began in 1959 under the skilled hands of Laing Company. Adjacent to it stood another impressive structure - a smaller 14-storey high office block built simultaneously for the Co-operative Wholesale Society (CWS). This image not only showcases people at work but also provides us with a glimpse into technological advancements during this period. It reminds us how far we have come since then and serves as a testament to human ingenuity. Preserved by Historic England Archive, this print allows us to appreciate both the architectural magnificence and historical significance of these buildings. It transports us back to an era when Manchester's skyline was forever changed by these towering structures. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded of our ability as humans to shape our surroundings through innovation and collaboration – qualities embodied by both the Cooperative Insurance Society Tower and those who operated within its walls all those years ago.
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