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Brickworks, Nine Elms Lane, Battersea, London, August 1906
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Brickworks, Nine Elms Lane, Battersea, London, August 1906
Brickworks, Nine Elms Lane, Battersea, London, August 1906. Rear of the works with workmen standing amongst piles of bricks and tiles. Ships masts on the Thames can be seen behind the buildings
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Battersea Brick Brickworks Construction Industry Council Greater London Council Lime London County Council Tile Wandsworth Yard Cement Works Nine Elms Lane
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Brickworks, Nine Elms Lane, Battersea, London, August 1906: A Glimpse into the Industrial Heart of Old London Step back in time to the bustling streets of early 20th century Battersea with this photo print. The image captures the rear of the Brickworks on Nine Elms Lane, where workmen stand proudly amidst towering piles of bricks and tiles. As their skilled hands shape these essential building materials, ships' masts can be seen majestically rising above the Thames in the background. This snapshot offers a fascinating insight into London's thriving construction industry during that era. The Brickworks was an integral part of this landscape; its chimneys billowing smoke as it produced ah lavers bricks alongside lime, cement, and whiting. This company played a vital role in shaping not only countless buildings but also the very fabric of society. The location itself holds historical significance as well. Situated near Wandsworth within Greater London Council's jurisdiction, it stood under the watchful eye of both Guildhall Library and Art Gallery and London County Council. Its presence symbolized progress and development for a rapidly expanding city. As we gaze upon this monochrome scene frozen in time by an unknown photographer's lens, let us appreciate those who toiled tirelessly behind these walls—unsung heroes whose craftsmanship built bridges between generations.
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