Print of Preston Bypass under construction in November 1958

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Framed Print of Preston Bypass EAW073974

Preston Bypass, Lancashire. Britains first motorway under construction, photographed in November 1958. It was opened by Harold MacMillan in December. This is the north end at Broughton where the M55 now joins the M6 (M6 Junction 32). Aerofilms Collection. Discover Historic England images to buy as prints, wall art or for licensing. Find your favourite places or explore our collections. © Historic England

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Framed Prints featuring historic images like 'Preston Bypass EAW073974' by Historic England. This iconic photograph captures Britain's first motorway under construction in November 1958, a pivotal moment in the country's transportation history. Perfect for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.

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Metal Prints - Step back in time with our Metal Print of Preston Bypass EAW073974 by Historic England. This iconic image, captured by Aerofilms C in November 1958, shows the construction of Britain's first motorway. Witness history in the making as Harold MacMillan prepares to open this engineering marvel in December. Our Metal Prints bring colors and exceptional detail to your space, making this historic moment an addition to any room.

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Image Download - Download high-resolution image of Preston Bypass under construction in November 1958, photographed by Aerofilms C for Historic England. This rights-managed license image is available for Creative Use, Editorial Use and Personal Use.

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Made and Shipped from within the USA or Canada as appropriate. Printed on 10"x8" Premium Matte Paper offering bright, white paper with a matte finish with a digitally rendered mat surround offering the timeless look of professionally mounted artwork. Our 1″ Frames are available in a range of colours with clear acrylic shatterproof glazing and Kraft pad backer. Matte Paper offer a lighter-weight alternative to fine art paper which is optimized for artwork and can be suitable for photography in scenarios where a less glossy appearance is preferred. This sustainable paper printing is an alternative to our premium fine art paper. Each frame is 1″ wide by 3/4″ deep and glazed using standard 1/16” clear PETG to protect and enhance the visibility of each print. Ready to hang with a sawtooth metal hanger and sturdy backer.

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.3cm x 15.4cm (6" x 6.1")

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")