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Canvas Print : The demolition men are changing the face of the Gabalfa, Cardiff
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The demolition men are changing the face of the Gabalfa, Cardiff
The demolition men are changing the face of the Gabalfa, Cardiff, junction of Western Avenue, North Road and Whitchurch Road. These shops and houses on the corner of Whitchurch Road are the latest to come down to make way for a roundabout which will be in use while work continues on the Eastern by-pass. 20th August 1968
Staff
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Cardiff
Wales
Media ID 21722489
© Mirrorpix
Boots Cardiff Demolition Development House Road Roads Shops South Glamorgan
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring a piece of Cardiff's history into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image, "The Demolition Men are Changing the Face of Gabalfa, Cardiff" by Memory Lane Prints, showcases the junction of Western Avenue, North Road, and Whitchurch Road as the demolition process begins. The vibrant colors and high-quality canvas material bring the scene to life, making it a conversation starter and a beautiful addition to any room. Relive the past and celebrate the evolution of your city with this unique and eye-catching print.
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.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The winds of change sweep through Gabalfa, Cardiff as the demolition men reshape its very face. In this print captured on the 20th of August 1968, we witness a historic moment at the junction of Western Avenue, North Road, and Whitchurch Road. The once vibrant shops and houses that adorned the corner of Whitchurch Road now stand in ruins, making way for progress. This transformation is part of an ambitious development plan to construct a roundabout that will facilitate smoother traffic flow while work continues on the Eastern bypass. As these buildings crumble under the forceful hands of demolition crews, they pave the path for a brighter future for transportation in South Glamorgan. The image encapsulates both nostalgia and anticipation; it captures an era when boots echoed on Cardiff's streets and bustling shops were at their prime. Yet it also hints at a promising tomorrow where modern roads will connect communities with greater ease. Transportation enthusiasts and history buffs alike can appreciate this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints. It serves as a poignant reminder that progress often demands sacrifice but ultimately leads to growth. Let us remember these brave demolition men who shaped our cityscape and honor their contribution to Wales' ever-evolving landscape.
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