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Road Works in Whitehall, London 1882
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Road Works in Whitehall, London 1882
Originally entitled Horse Guards under Fire again, showing a group of workmen re-surfacing the road in Whitehall, London. In the foreground the men are preparing pitch or tar with their portable furnace, whilst in the background another man lays the paving blocks. Date: 1882
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1882 Blocks Entitled Foreground Furnace Guards Lays Originally Paving Pitch Portable Preparing Surfacing Whilst Whitehall Workmen
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This photograph, titled "Road Works in Whitehall, London, 1882," offers a fascinating glimpse into the past of urban infrastructure development during the 1880s. The image depicts a team of dedicated workmen diligently resurfacing the road in Whitehall, London. In the foreground, a group of men are seen preparing pitch or tar using a portable furnace. The fiery furnace, fueled by coal, is surrounded by barrels and buckets, as the men stir the molten tar with long wooden poles. Meanwhile, in the background, another worker lays paving blocks with great precision, ensuring a smooth and even surface for the newly resurfaced road. The Horse Guards Parade, a historic site and military headquarters, can be seen in the distance, adding a sense of history and tradition to the scene. The photograph, originally entitled "Horse Guards under Fire again," provides a unique perspective on the construction process during this era. The use of traditional methods, such as the portable furnace, demonstrates the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the workforce in addressing the demands of urban infrastructure development. The image also highlights the importance of road maintenance in ensuring the smooth functioning of the city, even during the late 19th century. Overall, this photograph is an intriguing reminder of the past and the remarkable progress that has been made in road construction and infrastructure development over the centuries.
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