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Traffic improvements under construction at Green Street, Green Cross Road, Kent
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Traffic improvements under construction at Green Street, Green Cross Road, Kent
Traffic improvements under construction at Green Street, Green Cross Road, Kent.
18 October 1937
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Media ID 10989637
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Automobile Building Construction Lorry Road Rubble Vehicles Roadway Telegraph Poles
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This print captures a moment frozen in time - the traffic improvements under construction at Green Street, Green Cross Road, Kent. Taken on 18 October 1937 by John Topham, this image transports us back to the bustling streets of the 1930s. In this monochrome scene, we see a landscape filled with rubble and construction equipment as workers diligently strive to enhance the roadways. A car and a lorry stand amidst the chaos, their presence highlighting both the progress being made and the challenges faced during this era of development. The towering telegraph poles that line the street add an element of nostalgia to this snapshot from between the wars. They serve as silent witnesses to countless conversations carried through wires above them. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded of how far transportation has come since those days. The vehicles depicted here may seem antiquated compared to our modern automobiles, but they were once cutting-edge technology. John Topham's skillful composition allows us to appreciate not only his technical prowess but also his ability to capture a sense of motion within stillness. We can almost hear the sounds of hammers pounding against concrete and feel vibrations reverberating through our feet. This Europeana photography treasure serves as a reminder that progress is built upon foundations laid by those who came before us. It encourages us to reflect on how these traffic improvements paved the way for smoother journeys in years to come.
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