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Flight plan JLP01_08_051517
Sports Ground, Elstree, Elstree and Borehamwood, Hertsmere, Hertfordshire. John Michie and a helicopter pilot deciding on a route to take back to the London to Yorkshire Motorway (the M1) from a sports ground in Elstree, during a tour to inspect progress in the construction of the motorway.
John Michie was the Project General Manager for the construction of the M1
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Media ID 24123388
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1950s Aircraft Civil Engineering Construction Helicopter People
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 31x27 inches (787x685mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.6cm x 59.9cm (23.5" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1950s as we witness an important moment in the construction of the iconic London to Yorkshire Motorway (the M1). The image captures John Michie, the Project General Manager for this ambitious civil engineering project, deep in discussion with a helicopter pilot at a sports ground in Elstree. The two men stand beside a sleek aircraft, their faces filled with determination and purpose. It is clear that they are meticulously planning the route that will lead them back to the motorway from their current location. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into the complexity and precision required for such an undertaking. Surrounded by open fields and under a vast sky, one cannot help but feel inspired by these pioneers of progress. Their dedication to inspecting every aspect of construction along this groundbreaking highway showcases their commitment to excellence. This photograph serves as a testament not only to John Michie's leadership but also to all those involved in shaping our modern infrastructure. It reminds us of how far we have come since then and invites us to reflect on the incredible feats achieved through collaboration between visionaries like Michie and skilled professionals across various disciplines. A true treasure from Historic England Archive, this image encapsulates both history and ambition within its frame – forever capturing an essential chapter in Britain's transportation legacy.
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