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Travelling Cars
4th February 1948: A record shipment of 500 British cars of various makes, at Victoria Dock, London, waiting to be loaded into the SS Port Jackson, bound for Sydney and Melbourne. (Photo by J. A. Hampton/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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J. A. Hampton
Media ID 12023760
1940 1949 British Culture Dock England Black Freight Transportation Landscape Collection Large Group Of Objects London England Melbourne Australia Mode Of Transport Record Sydney Tied Up Transport Europe Variation Waiting Orig Port Jackson Victoria Dock
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This print takes us back to a significant moment in history, capturing the essence of post-war transportation. On the 4th of February 1948, at Victoria Dock in London, an extraordinary sight unfolded as a record shipment of 500 British cars awaited their journey across the seas. The SS Port Jackson stood ready to embark on its voyage to Sydney and Melbourne, carrying this impressive cargo that showcased various makes and models. The image portrays a mesmerizing landscape collection of vehicles lined up along the dockside. With no people present, it emphasizes the sheer scale and magnitude of this historic event. Each car represents not only a mode of transport but also symbolizes finance and consumerism during that era. Intriguingly tied up with ropes for safekeeping, these automobiles stand as silent witnesses to an evolving British culture intertwined with Australia's growing fascination for imported goods. This archival photograph captured by J. A Hampton beautifully encapsulates the anticipation felt within both countries as they eagerly awaited these new arrivals. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how transportation has always played a vital role in connecting nations and shaping economies. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our constant desire for progress through innovation.
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