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Photographic Print : Guardian Telephone Exchange, Manchester, 15th March 1983
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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
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from Memory Lane Prints' Media Storehouse collection. Witness the Guardian Telephone Exchange in Manchester as it stood on the 15th of March, 1983. This remarkable image showcases the underground telephone exchange, built in 1954, at the height of its functionality. Today, the site continues to serve a vital role in telephone cabling, offering a unique blend of history and modern technology. Bring this intriguing piece of Manchester's past into your home or office and ignite conversations with its timeless charm.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with 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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