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Benzole recovery plant, 1938
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Benzole recovery plant, 1938
Benzole recovery plant, 1938. Benzole was a product extracted from coal tar consisting mainly of a mixture of Benzene and Toluene. It was added to petrol and used as a motor fuel. Churchmans cigarette card, from a series titled Modern Wonders [WA & AC Churchman, Great Britain & Ireland, 1938]
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Chromolithograph Fuel Industrial Chemistry Innovation Invention Manufacturing Benzole Petrochemical Plant Petrochemicals
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This print from 1938 showcases the impressive Benzole recovery plant, a true marvel of modern engineering. The plant played a vital role in extracting Benzole, a valuable product derived from coal tar that consisted primarily of Benzene and Toluene. These compounds were not only added to petrol but also utilized as motor fuel during this era. The image, featured on a Churchmans cigarette card titled Modern Wonders, provides us with an intriguing glimpse into the world of technology and industry at that time. The towering buildings of the petrochemical plant stand tall against the sky, symbolizing progress and innovation in British manufacturing. With its intricate machinery and advanced scientific processes, this industrial complex represents the epitome of 20th-century ingenuity. It is a testament to Britain's prowess in industrial chemistry and their commitment to pushing boundaries within the field. As we admire this chromolithograph print by The Print Collector29, we are transported back to an era where concepts like invention and trade were transforming societies worldwide. This photograph serves as a reminder of how industries such as petrochemicals shaped our past while laying the foundation for future advancements. Let us appreciate this historical artifact for its depiction of an important chapter in British history - one characterized by industrial growth, scientific exploration, and remarkable achievements in fuel production.
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