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London signpost A555 A1 crossroads
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London signpost A555 A1 crossroads
Signpost offering drivers (or pedestrians) the option of heading North, via Hatfield, west to Elstree and Watford, east to Barnet or south on the A555 to London. The A555 was later re-numbered as the A1, the main aterial road heading from London to the North and this crossroads was replaced by a roundabout.
c.1948
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Crossroads of Opportunities: London's Historic A555 A1 Signpost, c.1948 This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in London's transportation history at a crossroads where the A555 and A1 roads intersected, around 1948. The signpost, now a relic of the past, offers drivers (or curious pedestrians) the choice of four directions: North towards Hatfield and Elstree, West to Watford, East to Barnet, or South on the A555 towards London. The A555, later re-numbered as the A1, was a crucial arterial road connecting London to the North. This crossroads, a symbol of the 1940s transportation network, has since been replaced by a modern roundabout. The signpost, with its weathered patina, stands as a testament to the era's infrastructure and the freedom it granted to travelers. The scene is a snapshot of a time when the world was in transition, with the post-war era bringing about significant changes in transportation and urban development. The signpost's simple yet effective design, with clear directions and distances, reflects the optimism and sense of adventure that came with the open road. As we look at this photograph, we are transported back to a time when the journey was as much a part of the experience as the destination. The A555 A1 signpost at this crossroads is a reminder of the rich history of London's transportation network and the freedom it offered to generations of travelers. This photograph, from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, is an invaluable historical record of a bygone era. It invites us to reflect on the past and appreciate the progress that has been made in transportation and infrastructure since then.
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