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Steeplejacks defy vertigo on the summit of All Saints Church, Poplar (b / w photo)
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Steeplejacks defy vertigo on the summit of All Saints Church, Poplar (b / w photo)
3637682 Steeplejacks defy vertigo on the summit of All Saints Church, Poplar (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steeplejacks defy vertigo on the summit of All Saints Church, Poplar. Illustration for Wonderful London by St John Adcock (Fleetway, c 1930). Gravure-printed.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22452898
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
All Saints Church East End Employment High Jobs Occupations Pinnacle Poplar Rooftops Spire Wokrker 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Laborer Labourer Monumument Nineteen Thirties Steeplejacks Stone Church Tradesman Tradesmen
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This print captures a heart-stopping moment on the summit of All Saints Church in Poplar. Steeplejacks, with nerves of steel, defy vertigo as they fearlessly navigate the heights of this historic church spire. The image is an illustration for "Wonderful London" by St John Adcock, published around 1930. The photograph showcases a group of workers perched high above the rooftops, providing a breathtaking view of East End London. The steeplejacks' sang froid is evident as they go about their jobs with precision and skill. This snapshot from the 1920s or 1930s offers a glimpse into Britain's working class history and the brave individuals who took on such perilous occupations. The All Saints Church stands tall as a monument to English architecture and serves as an emblematic symbol of Great Britain's rich cultural heritage. The image not only highlights the bravery and dedication of these workers but also emphasizes the beauty and grandeur of this iconic building. Captured by an English photographer from Bridgeman Images, this stunning photograph preserves a moment frozen in time - one that showcases both human resilience and architectural magnificence. It serves as a reminder that even amidst great heights and challenges, there are those who possess unwavering determination to conquer any obstacle before them.
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