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Plans for the Thames tunnel
Plans for the Thames tunnel (now known as the Dartford tunnel) connecting Kent and Essex. To stop congestion which was getting greater in central London Date: 1925
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Media ID 32251728
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Congestion Connecting Dartford Engineering Essex Plans Tunnel
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of engineering innovation with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating plans for the Thames Tunnel, a groundbreaking project from 1925, now known as the Dartford Tunnel, connecting Kent and Essex. This intricately detailed illustration, sourced from the Consolidated Archive Holdings Ltd through Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the visionary plans aimed at addressing the growing congestion in central London. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office décor and be inspired by the ingenuity of the past.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This image showcases an intriguing engineering plan from the early 20th century, proposing the construction of a tunnel beneath the River Thames to connect the counties of Kent and Essex. Dated 1925, this visionary project aimed to alleviate the growing congestion in central London by providing an alternative route for traffic. The meticulously drawn plans reveal the detailed engineering design of the proposed tunnel, which would have been a remarkable feat of engineering during the Edwardian era. The Thames, a historic and iconic waterway, would have been breached to create a subterranean passage, connecting the two shores and significantly reducing travel time between Kent and Essex. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, when transportation infrastructure was undergoing rapid transformation. The tunnel, now known as the Dartford Tunnel, was eventually built and opened in 1927, becoming an essential part of the transportation network in the southeast of England. This print is a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the engineering community during the early 20th century. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced and overcome in the pursuit of progress and the enduring importance of effective transportation infrastructure in our daily lives.
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