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Electric arrivals indicator board at Paddington Station, the London terminus of the Great Western Railway (b / w photo)
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Electric arrivals indicator board at Paddington Station, the London terminus of the Great Western Railway (b / w photo)
6014745 Electric arrivals indicator board at Paddington Station, the London terminus of the Great Western Railway (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Electric arrivals indicator board at Paddington Station, the London terminus of the Great Western Railway. Illustration from Railway Wonders of the World (The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, c1937).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22579566
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Busy Concourse Electric Great Western Railway Information Journeyings Paddington Station Terminus Travellers Travellers Travelling Waiting 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Nineteen Thirties
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This print captures the electric arrivals indicator board at Paddington Station, the iconic London terminus of the Great Western Railway. Taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, this image showcases a piece of history from the bustling travel hub. The photograph is part of a private collection and was featured in "Railway Wonders of the World" a publication by The Amalgamated Press Limited in London around 1937. The scene depicted shows passengers waiting on the concourse, eagerly watching as information about incoming trains is displayed on the electric board. The station appears busy with people coming and going, creating an atmosphere filled with anticipation and movement. With its Germanic influences evident in architecture and design, Paddington Station stands as a testament to British transport heritage. This snapshot offers a glimpse into early 20th-century travel culture, where railways played a vital role in connecting people across Britain. As we observe this historic moment frozen in time, it serves as a reminder of how transportation has evolved over decades while preserving its significance for both locals and tourists alike. This photograph encapsulates not only British history but also reflects upon broader European cultural connections during that era.
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