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London in fog
London in fog - a real Pea Souper. The statue of Queen Boudicca of the Iceni on the banks of the River Thames at Westminster at is rended into dramatic silhouette. Sculptured by the late Lord Thomas Thorneycroft - and unveiled by his son in 1902. Date: circa 1907
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Atmosphere Atmospheric Banks Boadicea Boudicca Electric Embankment Foggy Iceni Misty Souper Thorneycroft Trams Westminster Tram
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London in Fog: A Real Pea Souper - Circa 1907 This evocative photograph captures the mystical and atmospheric beauty of London in the midst of a dense, foggy day. The city is shrouded in a thick, pea-souper fog, a notorious weather phenomenon that earned its name due to its ability to reduce visibility to just a few meters. The foggy conditions, common in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, were often caused by the high levels of pollution from coal burning in homes and industry. At the heart of this scene, the silhouette of Queen Boudicca of the Iceni stands proudly on the banks of the River Thames at Westminster. Sculpted by the late Lord Thomas Thorneycroft and unveiled by his son in 1902, the statue is a historical landmark that adds to the rich tapestry of London's past. The queen, dressed in her warrior attire, gazes out over the misty waters, her image rendered all the more dramatic by the foggy conditions. The trams, with their electric lights, provide a stark contrast to the surrounding darkness and add a sense of movement and life to the scene. The foggy weather, while challenging, transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, creating a scene that is both hauntingly beautiful and deeply historical. This photograph is a testament to the power of the elements to shape our perception of the world around us and to remind us of the enduring history and character of London.
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