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British and French dignitaries, Malcolm Rifkind, Secretary of State for Transport
British and French dignitaries, Malcolm Rifkind, Secretary of State for Transport, and his French counterpart Michel Delebarre and members of the TML board queue to clear French and British border controls at the Shakespeare Cliff following the tunnel breakthrough. 1st December 1990
Tony Weaver
Daily Express
Mirrorpix
Dover
England
Media ID 21923480
© Mirrorpix
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An Iconic Moment in History - British and French Dignitaries Celebrate the Channel Tunnel Breakthrough
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. In this print captured by Tony Weaver, we witness a historic event that forever changed the landscape of transportation and politics. It is December 1st, 1990, and at Shakespeare Cliff, two nations come together to celebrate the breakthrough of the monumental Channel Tunnel. British Secretary of State for Transport, Malcolm Rifkind, stands alongside his French counterpart Michel Delebarre as they queue to clear border controls. Both dignitaries exude a sense of pride and accomplishment on their faces as they prepare to enter this engineering marvel - the Chunnel. Surrounded by members of the TML board and adorned with hard hats symbolizing their involvement in this remarkable project, these conservative politicians showcase unity amidst political differences. Their presence signifies not only successful collaboration but also a shared vision for progress and connectivity between Britain and France. Passports in hand, these influential figures embody both excitement and anticipation for what lies ahead within those tunnel walls. As they embark on this journey through time itself – from one century into another – it becomes evident that travel will never be the same again. This photograph encapsulates an era defined by groundbreaking achievements in transport infrastructure while reminding us of the power that can be harnessed when countries set aside differences for a common goal. Let us cherish this momentous occasion as we reflect upon how far we have come since that fateful day in 1990.
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