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Wearside shipyard EAW001030

The River Wear, the Deptford Shipbuilding Yard and the residential area at Monkwearmouth, Sunderland. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd in June 1946

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Media ID 13401791

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Construction Engineering Maritime Shipyard


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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the Historic England Archive, captured by Aerofilms Ltd in June 1946, we witness the bustling activity of the Deptford Shipbuilding Yard at Monkwearmouth, Sunderland, nestled along the banks of the River Wear. The photograph offers a unique aerial perspective, revealing the intricate relationship between industry and community that once defined this historic waterfront. The River Wear, meandering through the landscape, serves as a natural boundary between the shipyard and the residential area. The yard, a testament to maritime engineering and construction, is a labyrinth of cranes, docks, and ships under various stages of construction. The intricate network of walkways and roads within the yard hint at the complex logistical operations that would have been required to manage such a large-scale industrial site. Beyond the shipyard, the residential area at Monkwearmouth is visible, with rows of terraced houses and gardens neatly arranged along the riverbank. The close proximity of homes to the industrial activity would have been a common feature of shipbuilding communities during this era. The residents, who likely worked in the shipyard or in related industries, would have been intimately connected to the rhythms and demands of the shipbuilding process. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, when the shipbuilding industry was a significant driver of economic activity and community life in Sunderland. The image invites us to reflect on the intricate interplay between industry, engineering, and daily life that once defined this historic waterfront. Today, the site stands as a testament to the rich maritime heritage of the region and a reminder of the vital role that shipbuilding played in shaping the communities that grew up around it.

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