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London Tram 1952
The last week in service for the poor old Route 36 tram, from Abbey Wood to Embankment via the Old Kent Road and Blackfriars. Londons very last tram ran on 7 July 1952. Date: July 1952
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1952 Blackfriars Electric Embankment Poor Route Trams Week Tram
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"This evocative photograph captures the final days of London's iconic tram system, specifically Route 36, as it made its way through the bustling streets of London in July 1952. The scene depicts an old and weathered tram, likely from the 1920s or 1930s, making its last journey from Abbey Wood to Embankment via the Old Kent Road and Blackfriars. The tram is filled with passengers, some of whom are dressed in the fashionable attire of the 1950s, adding to the nostalgic feel of the moment. The date of July 1952 marks the end of an era for London's tram network, which had been in operation since the late 1800s. The arrival of buses and trolleybuses, as well as the increasing popularity of private cars, had led to a decline in tram usage. The last tram in London ran on Route 36 on July 7, 1952, making this photograph a poignant reminder of a bygone era in the city's transportation history. The electric trams, which once dominated the streets of London, were a vital part of the city's transport infrastructure for over 70 years. They provided affordable and efficient transportation for millions of Londoners, connecting communities and businesses throughout the city. As this photograph shows, the trams were also an integral part of the city's social fabric, bringing people together and creating memories that have endured through the decades." This photograph, taken in July 1952, captures the last week of service for London's Route 36 tram, which ran from Abbey Wood to Embankment via the Old Kent Road and Blackfriars. The scene shows the poor and old tram, filled with passengers dressed in 1950s attire, making its final journey before the arrival of buses and trolleybuses. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the end of an era in London's transportation history.
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