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People rushing to get on a trolley bus at 7. 05 am, Tooting Broadway, London, April 1912
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People rushing to get on a trolley bus at 7. 05 am, Tooting Broadway, London, April 1912
People rushing to get on a trolley bus at 7.05 am, Tooting Broadway, London, April 1912. Early-morning commuters catch a trolley bus to Charing Cross
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Media ID 15182248
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Bowler Hat Commuter Commuters Council Greater London Council London County Council Morning Office Worker Omnibus Public Transport Rush Hour Trolley Bus Wandsworth
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Captured in the hustle and bustle of early morning rush hour, this print transports us back to Tooting Broadway, London in April 1912. As the clock strikes 7.05 am, a sea of commuters floods the streets, eagerly vying for a spot on the trolley bus destined for Charing Cross. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness an array of men dressed in their finest attire - bowler hats perched atop their heads and coats neatly buttoned. These dedicated office workers are determined to make it to their jobs on time, navigating through the crowd with purpose and determination. The monochrome palette adds a timeless quality to this image, emphasizing both the historical significance and everyday nature of commuting during this era. The Greater London Council's influence is evident as they oversee public transportation operations under the watchful eye of the London County Council. As we gaze upon these unknown faces lost to history but forever immortalized here, we can't help but marvel at how much has changed since that fateful morning over a century ago. Yet some things remain constant - like our shared experience of rushing through crowded streets in pursuit of our daily responsibilities. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst chaos and change, there is always an unwavering human spirit driving us forward.
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