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Subsurfacing JLP01_08_062547

Stafford, Staffordshire. " A view of the construction of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6), showing a team of workers laying a concrete bound granular base course on Section B of the motorway.
The work on the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6), between junctions J13 to J16 started in June 1960 and was carried out by John Laing Construction Ltd. Section B was 6 1/2 miles in length between Whitgreave and Beech."

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Media ID 24180642

© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection

1960s Civil Engineering Construction Lorry Machinery Motorway People Road Truck Work Paver


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> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Birmingham > Related Images

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Preston

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Staffordshire > Beech

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Staffordshire > Stafford

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Staffordshire > Whitgreave

> Historic England > Industry > Engineering and Construction > Building Motorways > M6 Motorway


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the 1960s, capturing a significant moment in the construction of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6). The image showcases a team of dedicated workers laboring diligently on Section B of the motorway, located between Whitgreave and Beech. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness civil engineering at its finest. The workers are seen meticulously laying a concrete bound granular base course, ensuring that every inch is perfectly aligned. Their synchronized efforts demonstrate their commitment to building a robust foundation for this vital transportation artery. The scale of this project becomes apparent as we observe the vast expanse of machinery surrounding these diligent individuals. A paver gracefully glides across the surface, while lorries and trucks stand ready to transport materials and support their colleagues' endeavors. The significance of this undertaking cannot be overstated. This ambitious motorway project aimed to connect two major cities – Birmingham and Preston – facilitating smoother travel for countless commuters and freight alike. It was John Laing Construction Ltd. , renowned for their expertise in infrastructure development, who undertook this monumental task. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph from Historic England Archive, it serves as a reminder of human ingenuity and determination in shaping our modern world.

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