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Cart laden with sacks, Mansell Street, Stepney, London, 1914
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Cart laden with sacks, Mansell Street, Stepney, London, 1914
Cart laden with sacks, Mansell Street, Stepney, London, 1914. A horse-drawn cart passing Charles Pearson and Son Limited, printers and stationers. Pedestrians walk along the pavement, with a railway bridge in the distance
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Cart Cobbled Cobblestone Cobblestones Council Greater London Council Load London County Council Pedestrian Printers And Stationers Sack Stepney Tower Hamlets Horse Drawn Horse Drawn Vehicle Horsedrawn Mansell Street
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Cart Laden with Sacks, Mansell Street, Stepney, London, 1914 - A Glimpse into the Bustling Streets of Early 20th Century London
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. This print takes us back in time to the vibrant streets of Stepney in 1914. In this snapshot of history, a horse-drawn cart laden with sacks passes by Charles Pearson and Son Limited, printers and stationers. As pedestrians walk along the cobbled pavement, their presence adds life to the scene. The image captures a moment when road transport was dominated by horse-drawn vehicles. The sight of this cart loaded with sacks reminds us of an era when manual labor played a significant role in everyday life. Towering above the busy street is a railway bridge that serves as a reminder of the ever-expanding transportation network that connected different parts of London. Mansell Street itself exudes charm with its cobblestone lane lined with shops and businesses catering to the needs of local residents. This photograph not only offers glimpses into daily life but also provides valuable insights into architectural styles prevalent during that period. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this monochrome image holds historical significance as it showcases an era before commercialization took over our cityscapes. It allows us to appreciate how people navigated through bustling streets on foot or via horse-drawn carts for their shopping needs. Step back in time with this remarkable print from Heritage Images – an evocative window
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