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Road repair gang and steam roller - Victorian period
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Road repair gang and steam roller - Victorian period
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Gang Mending Repair Roller Traction
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Step Back in Time: A Victorian Road Repair Gang and Steam Roller at Work This vintage photograph, hailing from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to an era of horse-drawn carriages and steam-powered innovation - the Victorian period in England. The image showcases a dedicated team of road repair workers, diligently mending a worn-out road using traditional methods. At the heart of the scene, a mighty steam roller, with its intricate design and towering chimney, dominates the frame. The traction engine, a marvel of early industrial technology, emits thick plumes of smoke as it applies its immense pressure to the road surface, ensuring a firm and level foundation for the vehicles of the time. The workers, clad in heavy coats and hats, labor tirelessly alongside the steam roller, using shovels and wheelbarrows to move loose gravel and debris. The scene is further enriched by the presence of a lantern, likely used to illuminate the work area during the early hours or late evenings. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, illustrating the tenacity and ingenuity of the Victorian workforce as they tackled the daily challenges of maintaining the country's infrastructure. The steam roller, a symbol of progress, stands as a testament to the transformative power of technology during this period, forever changing the way roads were repaired and maintained.
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