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Canvas Print : M6 completed JLP01_08_066490
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M6 completed JLP01_08_066490
M6 Motorway, M6, Swynnerton, Stafford, Staffordshire. A view looking north along Section C of the recently completed Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6) near Trentham Park, showing the access bridge to Trentham Park in the foreground and Hanchurch Manor in the background.
The work on the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6), between junctions J13 to J16 started in June 1960 and was carried out by John Laing Construction Ltd. Section C was 5 miles in length between Beech and Keele
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Media ID 24091745
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Construction Motorway Road Transport Travel
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "M6 completed JLP01_08_066490" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse and Historic England Archive. This stunning image, copyrighted by Joh from Historic England, takes you back in time to the completion of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6) in the late 1960s. Witness the majesty of Section C as it stretches towards Trentham Park in Stafford, Staffordshire. The M6 Motorway, a symbol of progress and engineering marvel, comes alive in this vibrant and detailed canvas print. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office with this eye-catching piece, sure to spark conversation and admiration.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a significant milestone in the development of the M6 Motorway, showcasing Section C near Trentham Park in Staffordshire. The image provides a stunning view looking north along this newly completed stretch of road, highlighting both the access bridge to Trentham Park and the majestic Hanchurch Manor in the background. The construction of this vital transportation artery began in June 1960 under the expertise of John Laing Construction Ltd. , with work spanning from junctions J13 to J16. Section C alone covered an impressive distance of 5 miles between Beech and Keele. This photograph serves as a testament to their remarkable achievement. Transportation enthusiasts will appreciate this snapshot from the 1960s, which showcases not only progress but also signifies how infrastructure has shaped our modern world. The M6 Motorway revolutionized travel by providing faster and more efficient routes for cars across England. Preserved within Historic England's Archive, this print offers a glimpse into our past while reminding us of the tireless efforts that went into creating such essential roadways. As we admire this image, let us reflect on how it paved the way for countless journeys taken by generations since its completion – connecting communities and enabling progress throughout Staffordshire and beyond.
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