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C1905 Argyll Vintage Car Accident, London Road, Guildford, E
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C1905 Argyll Vintage Car Accident, London Road, Guildford, E
C1905 Argyll Vintage Car Accident, London Road, Guildford, Surrey, England. Date: 1908
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Accident Argyll Guildford Surrey
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1. Title: A Regrettable Turn of Events: The Argyll Vintage Car Accident on London Road, Guildford, 1908 2.. This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a tragic accident involving a vintage Argyll automobile on London Road in Guildford, Surrey, England, in 1908. The image, a poignant reminder of the early days of automobile transportation, shows the damaged Argyll car, its once gleaming bodywork now marred by the impact, with bystanders gathered around the scene. The Argyll Motor Company, based in Scotland, was a well-known manufacturer of automobiles during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Their vehicles were renowned for their reliability and elegant design, making them a popular choice among the affluent classes. However, this photograph underscores the inherent risks and uncertainties of early motoring. The London Road in Guildford, a bustling thoroughfare in the early 1900s, was a common venue for such incidents. The road, which connected the historic market town with the nearby city of London, was a hive of activity, with horse-drawn carriages, bicycles, and motorcars sharing the narrow, uneven surface. The cause of the accident remains unknown, but it is evident from the concerned expressions on the faces of the onlookers that the incident was a serious one. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of progress, as well as the inherent risks and uncertainties of early motoring. This evocative image, preserved in the annals of history, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the social, technological, and cultural transformations that characterized the early 20th century.
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