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Guardian Telephone Exchange, Manchester, 15th March 1983
Guardian Telephone Exchange, Manchester, 15th March 1983. Underground telephone exchange built in Manchester in 1954. Today the underground site is used for telephone cabling. Constructed at a depth of 35 metres (115 ft), the tunnels are about 2 metres (80 in) in diameter. The exchange cost around 4 million pounds to build in 1954. Pictured, Doug Prestwick, Executive Engineer, at tunnel entrance, Guardian Telephone Exchange, deep beneath the streets of Manchester
Holland
Manchester Evening News Archive
Mirrorpix
Manchester
Scotland
Media ID 21704153
© Mirrorpix
Communications Construction Engineering Exchange Holding Manchester Receiver Telephone Underground Cables Cabling Guardian
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Metal Print of Guardian Telephone Exchange, Manchester, 15th March 1983 by Holland from Memory Lane Prints. This vintage photograph captures the unique character of Manchester's underground telephone exchange, built in 1954. With its intricate details and rich colors, our Metal Print brings history to life, making it a perfect addition to any home or office decor. The high-quality metal print material enhances the image's vibrancy and depth, ensuring a long-lasting and eye-catching display. Relive the past with this captivating piece of Manchester's history.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Guardian Telephone Exchange, Manchester, 15th March 1983: A Glimpse into the Underworld of Communication". Step back in time to the year 1983 and witness a remarkable underground marvel that shaped the telecommunications industry. Captured by Holland from Memory Lane Prints, this print unveils the Guardian Telephone Exchange in Manchester. Nestled deep beneath the bustling streets, this subterranean labyrinth served as a vital hub for telephone cabling. Constructed with precision engineering in 1954 at an astonishing depth of 35 meters (115 ft), these tunnels boasted a diameter of approximately 2 meters (80 in). The exchange itself was an ambitious project costing around £4 million during its inception. In this image, we catch a glimpse of Doug Prestwick, Executive Engineer extraordinaire, standing at the entrance to one of these hidden passageways. His presence exudes confidence and expertise as he oversees operations within this technological marvel. The Guardian Telephone Exchange played an integral role in connecting communities across Manchester during its heyday. Though no longer utilized for commercial purposes today, it stands as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation. Join us on a journey through time as we explore the fascinating world of cables and communications - where wires intertwined like veins pulsating with information. Immerse yourself in this piece of history captured by Holland from Memory Lane Prints.
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