Manchester Ship Canal - The opening of a new dock

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Manchester Ship Canal - The opening of a new dock

Officials and local dignitaries on the deck of a steamship at the opening of a new dock for the Manchester Ship Canal - built between 1887 and 1894 - it was (for a time) the largest navigation canal in the world

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Brass Canal Ceremonial Ceremony Dignitaries Dock Manchester Mayor Member Officials Opening Shipping Steam Ship Water Way

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A Grand Celebration: The Opening of a New Dock on the Manchester Ship Canal, 1894 This evocative photograph captures the momentous occasion of the opening of a new dock on the Manchester Ship Canal, a waterway that revolutionized transportation and trade in the late 19th century. The Manchester Ship Canal, built between 1887 and 1894, was an engineering marvel of its time, and for a period, the largest navigation canal in the world. The image shows a group of dignitaries and local officials gathered on the deck of a steamship, dressed in their finest formal attire, as they prepare to witness the opening ceremony. The scene is filled with an air of excitement and anticipation, with the Manchester Ship Canal stretching out behind them, its waters reflecting the clear blue sky above. At the helm of the steamship, a brass-banded member of the crew stands proudly, ready to guide the vessel into the new dock. In the foreground, a royal family member, dressed in a grand coat and top hat, chats with the Mayor of Manchester, both beaming with pride and joy at the occasion. The Manchester Ship Canal was a game-changer for the city of Manchester and the surrounding areas, providing a direct link to the Irish Sea and enabling the import and export of goods on a scale never seen before. The opening of this new dock marked the beginning of a new era in transportation and commerce, and this photograph serves as a testament to the grandeur and significance of the event.

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