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Poster Print : M6 Motorway construction JLP01_08_078138
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M6 Motorway construction JLP01_08_078138
EDEN, CUMBRIA. Two men blasting and drilling rocks during the construction of the M6 Motorway through the Lune Gorge.
Rock excavations used in the construction of the motorway took place at a quarry at Dillicar Knott and also at Jeffreys Mount, both close to the site of the motorway
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Media ID 24022655
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Construction Machinery Motorway People Work Quarrying
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Poster Print collection: "M6 Motorway Construction JLP01_08_078138" by Historic England Archive. This captivating poster brings you back in time to witness the engineering feat of constructing the M6 Motorway through the Lune Gorge in Cumbria. Blasts and drills were the tools of choice for two determined workers as they chiseled away at the rugged rocks. The quarry site served as the backdrop for this monumental project, showcasing the raw power and determination required to shape the landscape and pave the way for modern transportation. This historic photograph, taken by Joh from Historic England, is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the past. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and be inspired by the transformative power of human innovation. Order your Media Storehouse Poster Print of "M6 Motorway Construction JLP01_08_078138" today and let the story of the M6 Motorway construction unfold before your eyes.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 42.2cm (16.5" x 16.6")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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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This print captures a significant moment in history - the construction of the M6 Motorway through the picturesque Lune Gorge in Eden, Cumbria. In this image, two determined men can be seen fearlessly blasting and drilling rocks as part of this monumental project. The sheer scale of the task at hand is evident as these workers toil away amidst a rugged landscape. The rock excavations required for the motorway's construction were carried out at Dillicar Knott quarry and Jeffreys Mount, both conveniently located near the site. These quarries served as crucial sources for materials needed to shape this vital transportation artery. The photograph transports us back to the 1960s when progress was being made on connecting communities and facilitating travel across England. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance during an era defined by ambitious infrastructure projects. The presence of heavy machinery further emphasizes the magnitude of this endeavor. The deafening noise from drills and explosives must have filled the air, echoing through valleys that had previously remained untouched by such industrial activity. As we gaze upon this image captured by A© Historic England Archive, we are reminded of how far we have come in terms of transportation development while appreciating those who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to make it possible.
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