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The Channel Tunnel - hints to Aldermen, Heath Robinson
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The Channel Tunnel - hints to Aldermen, Heath Robinson
A well-known magnate of the Port of Dover laying the foundation stone of the tunnel in the Channel. An amusing scene envisaged by William Heath Robinson showing various dignitaries observing the ceremony wearing top hats, swimming trunks, but little else. Date: 1919
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Aldermen Amusing Bathing Ceremony Channel Dignitaries Dover Foundation Foundations Heath Hints Laying Magnate Robinson Shore Swimming Trunks Tunnel 1919
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A Humorous Take on the Channel Tunnel Foundation Laying Ceremony: Aldermen and Dignitaries in Unconventional Attire, by William Heath Robinson, 1919 This print, brought to you by the renowned British humorist, William Heath Robinson, offers a delightful glimpse into the past as it depicts the foundation laying ceremony for the Channel Tunnel in 1919. The scene is set at the shoreline, where a well-known magnate of the Port of Dover, dressed in formal attire, is about to lay the foundation stone. The event attracts a number of distinguished guests, including Aldermen, who are dressed in an unexpected manner. Heath Robinson's whimsical imagination comes to life as the dignitaries are shown wearing top hats and swimming trunks, with little else to protect them from the chilly waters of the English Channel. The amusing scene is further enhanced by the presence of a group of onlookers on the beach, who appear to be enjoying the spectacle with great amusement. The Channel Tunnel, a marvel of engineering and a symbol of international cooperation, was a groundbreaking project that would eventually connect England and France. This print, however, offers a light-hearted and humorous take on the historical event, providing a unique perspective on a significant moment in history.
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