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Embankment torn to pieces for the trams 1906
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Embankment torn to pieces for the trams 1906
London County Council beginning the construction of the electric tram-way along the Thames Embankment from Westminster Bridge, starting at the end of August 1909, hoping for the trams to be running by Christmas! Date: 1906
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A Chaotic Scene on the Thames Embankment: London County Council's Tramway Construction in 1906 This evocative photograph captures the frenzied activity along the Thames Embankment in London during the early stages of the London County Council's (LCC) ambitious electric tramway project. The construction, which began in August 1909, aimed to bring modern public transport to the heart of the city, with the hope of having the trams running by Christmas that same year. The image reveals a chaotic scene, with the embankment torn apart to make way for the new tramway. Workers, dressed in heavy clothing and hats, can be seen digging and laying down tracks, while piles of rubble and debris litter the streets. The once smooth and orderly roadway has been transformed into a maze of holes and mounds, a testament to the extensive labor and effort required to bring this new mode of transportation to the city. The LCC tramway project was a significant undertaking for the time, and the construction process was a major disruption to the daily lives of Londoners. However, the promise of a more efficient and convenient public transport system was a welcome development, especially as the city continued to grow and expand. The electric tramcars, which would eventually run along these tracks, would become an integral part of London's transportation network, providing a vital link between various parts of the city and making travel more accessible to the public. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the determination and hard work that went into bringing this vision to life.
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