Birkenhead Collection (page 2)

Excavating a junction chamber MTA01_01_13
QUEENSWAY TUNNEL, LIVERPOOL, Merseyside. Men at work on the excavation of a junction chamber during the construction of the Queensway Tunnel. The print is annotated: Contract No

Grummetting and tightening MTA01_01_11
QUEENSWAY TUNNEL, LIVERPOOL, Merseyside. A workman grummetting and tightening bolts during the construction of the Queensway Tunnel. The print is annotated: Contract No

Excavating the lower half MTA01_01_10
QUEENSWAY TUNNEL, LIVERPOOL, Merseyside. A view of the partially constructed Queensway Tunnel, showing a group of workmen excavating the lower half of the main tunnel

Beneath the road deck MTA01_01_06
QUEENSWAY TUNNEL, LIVERPOOL, Merseyside. Workmen standing in the bottom part of the the partially constructed Queensway Tunnel, beneath an experimental length of reinforced concrete

Experimental roadway MTA01_01_05
QUEENSWAY TUNNEL, LIVERPOOL, Merseyside. Two men working on the construction of an experimental length of roadway in the Queensway Tunnel. The print is annotated: Contract No

Concrete block lining MTA01_01_02
QUEENSWAY TUNNEL, LIVERPOOL, Merseyside. Men at work in the Queensway Tunnel laying the concrete block lining in the New Quay section. The print is annotated: Contract No

Birkenhead England Skyline
Michael Tompsett

The Boat House, Birkenhead Park, Victorian period

Boat House, Birkenhead Park

Birkenhead

Birkenhead, early 1900s

H. M. S. Cygnet - modified Black Swan-class sloop
H.M.S. Cygnet (F38, formerly U38)- modified Black Swan-class sloop of the Royal Navy - commissioned in 1943, built by Cammell Laird, Birkenhead. Date: circa 1950s

Birkenhead Park Railway Station early 1900s

Park Road North, Birkenhead early 1900's

Park Railway Station, Birkenhead early 1900's

Birkenhead Park Road North early 1900s

Birkenhead Laird Street Tram Terminus early 1900s

Birkenhead One O'Clock Gun early 1900s

One oclock gun, Birkenhead early 1900's

Birkenhead Conway Street early 1900s

Laird Street tram terminus, Birkenhead early 1900's

Birkenhead Grange Road probably 1920s

Grange Road, Birkenhead early 1900's

Birkenhead Ferry early 1900s

Ferry terminal, Birkenhead early 1900's

Birkenhead Central Railway Station early 1900s

Conway Street, Birkenhead early 1900's

Central Railway Station, Birkenhead early 1900's

Birkenhead Argyle Street early 1900s

Argyle Street, Birkenhead early 1900's

1840s Victorian Map of Cheshire

The New Public Library, Birkenhead, Merseyside. Date: circa 1930s

Queen Victoria Monument and Statue of John Laird, Birkenhead
The Queen Victoria Monument and Statue of John Laird, Birkenhead, Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, Merseyside, England. Date: circa 1910s

The Queen Victoria Monument and Birkenhead Town Hall, Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, Merseyside, England Date: circa 1905

Construction of the Queensway Mersey Tunnel
The Queensway tunnel is a road tunnel under the River Mersey, between Liverpool and Birkenhead. Construction began in 1925

Advert, Allcock's Corn Shield, plasters for corns and bunions. Date: 1888

Liverpool, Merseyside - Queensway Mersey Tunnel
Liverpool, Merseyside - The Queensway (Birkenhead) Mersey Tunnel - Policeman standing by the roadside close to St. John's Gardens Entrance to the tunnel. Date: circa 1934

Legal leaders during the reign of King George V
Legal leaders during the first 25 years of the reign of King George V: Earl of Reading, Earl of Birkenhead, Lord Sankey, Lord Carson, Sir John Simon. Date: 1935

Wharves at Birkenhead, S. A
This pencil drawing features a row of large ships, docked for loading at the wharves of Birkenhead, in South Australia. Date: circa 1924

FE Smith KC, MP on horse, in riding tweeds, bowler hat and boots, outdoor sporting photograph. Captioned, Astride Across Lancashire

Landmarks at Birkenhead, Wirral, Merseyside
Greetings from Birkenhead, Wirral, Merseyside - five inset views: Swiss Bridge, Boat House Park, Park Entrance, Town Hall and the Laird and Queen's Memorial. Date: 1908

RMS Mauretania, ocean liner being launched 1938
The launch of the RMS Mauretania unveiled the name by Lady Bates, wife of the Chairman of the Cunard White Star taking place at Cammell Laird's yard, Birkenhead

Advertisement for RMS Mauretania, the newly formed Cunard-White Star company, ocean liner. Date: 1938

Leo McGree, communist and trades union activist
Leo McGree (1900-1967), member of the Communist Party of Great Britain and trades union activist Seen here taking part in a political rally

Mersey Tunnel: Plastering of the Main Arch (b / w photo)
6022577 Mersey Tunnel: Plastering of the Main Arch (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plastering of the Main Arch)

Mersey Tunnel: Reinforced Roadway ready for Concreting (b / w photo)
6022564 Mersey Tunnel: Reinforced Roadway ready for Concreting (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reinforced Roadway ready for Concreting)

Mersey Tunnel: Roadway Construction under Land Portions of Main Tunnel (b / w photo)
6022562 Mersey Tunnel: Roadway Construction under Land Portions of Main Tunnel (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mersey Tunnel: Roadway Construction in one of the Junction Chambers (b / w photo)
6022560 Mersey Tunnel: Roadway Construction in one of the Junction Chambers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Birkenhead: A Journey Through Time" Step back in time with an antique map of Liverpool and Birkenhead, England from the 19th century. Explore the rich history of this vibrant town that has witnessed countless remarkable events. Witness the grand launch of HMS Ark Royal in Birkenhead in 1937, a momentous occasion that filled the air with excitement and pride. Admire the stunning litho posters promoting unforgettable performances at the Argyle Theatre of Varieties in 1898, showcasing the town's thriving entertainment scene. Marvel at the majestic Birkenhead Park Gateway, a symbol of architectural brilliance and a testament to its Victorian heritage. Discover stories hidden within Union Workhouse, once providing shelter for those in need during challenging times. Experience industrial prowess as you gaze upon Cammell Laird's Dome petroleum oil rig "Sovereign Explorer, " standing tall as a testament to Birkenhead's shipbuilding legacy. Join the 1st Earl and his daughter on their yacht off Isle of Wight around 1925, capturing moments of leisure amidst their influential lives. Transport yourself to Morpeth Dock's goods terminus in 1924, witnessing bustling activity as trade flowed through this vital hub. Immerse yourself in local culture as Sir Robert Baden-Powell plays his Kudu Horn, enchanting audiences with his musical talents. Appreciate engineering marvels like cast iron tunnel lining MTA01_01_16 that have shaped Birkenhead's infrastructure over time. Finally, reflect on poignant history through "The Loss Of The Birkenhead" color litho artwork - a reminder of sacrifices made by brave souls who sailed these waters. Birkenhead is not just a place; it is an embodiment of resilience and progress throughout centuries. Its captivating past intertwines with its vibrant present - making it an extraordinary destination for both history enthusiasts and curious wanderers alike.