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The Thames Tunnel under construction, London, c1835
The Thames Tunnel under construction, London, c1835. Cross section showing the Thames Tunnel, connecting Wapping and Rotherhithe, being built; with a view of its position beneath the River Thames. In the background boats can be seen on the river. Beneath the main view there are three smaller images associated with the tunnel. The Thames Tunnel, connecting Wapping and Rotherhithe, was the first underwater tunnel in the world. Completed as a foot tunnel in 1843, it was converted to a railway tunnel for the East London Railway in the 1860s. Sir Marc Isambard Brunel designed the tunnel, and his son, Isambard Kingdom Brunel, was site engineer
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The Thames Tunnel: A Marvel of Engineering in 19th Century London This black and white lithograph captures the awe-inspiring construction of the historic Thames Tunnel in London, circa 1835. Designed by Sir Marc Isambard Brunel and engineered by his son, Isambard Kingdom Brunel, this remarkable feat of civil engineering was a true innovation of its time. The main view showcases a cross section of the tunnel itself, revealing its position beneath the mighty River Thames. Boats can be seen gracefully navigating above as workers toil below. The image exudes both the grandeur and complexity involved in constructing such an ambitious project. Beneath this central scene are three smaller images that provide further insight into this groundbreaking endeavor. They depict various stages of construction, including workers using a tunneling shield – an ingenious invention that protected them from collapsing earth while excavating. Completed as a foot tunnel in 1843, it later transformed into a railway tunnel for the East London Railway during the 1860s. This transformation marked another milestone in transportation history. Today, this print serves as a powerful metaphor for human ingenuity and perseverance against nature's forces. It reminds us of our capacity to overcome challenges through innovation and collaboration. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this monochrome masterpiece offers us glimpses into our past – reminding us how far we have come since those early days when men labored tirelessly beneath the riverbed to create something truly extraordinary.
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