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Mechanical excavators loading chalk directly onto railway trucks for the short run
Mechanical excavators loading chalk directly onto railway trucks for the short run to the cement works.
24th September 1949
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Media ID 11301821
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Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the 24th of September, 1949, capturing a moment in time during the golden age of train travel. The image showcases an impressive display of mechanical excavators diligently loading chalk onto railway trucks for its short journey to the nearby cement works. The vintage charm emanating from this picture is undeniable, as steam trains stand tall in the background, billowing clouds of smoke into the air. These magnificent machines were once at the forefront of transport and symbolize an era when rail travel was both efficient and awe-inspiring. The composition expertly captures the essence of industrial progress intertwined with natural resources. The diggers work tirelessly against a backdrop that hints at a quarry or mine where chalk is extracted for further processing. Preserved within this archival photograph lies not only a snapshot frozen in time but also a testament to human ingenuity and our ability to harness nature's raw materials for societal advancement. It serves as a reminder that transportation has always played an integral role in shaping our world. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image captured by General, we are transported back to an era where railways reigned supreme, evoking nostalgia for simpler times while marveling at mankind's ability to conquer vast distances through innovation and determination.
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