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Wych Street and Holywell Street, London
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Wych Street and Holywell Street, London
Wych Street and Holywell Street, London, destined to be demolished for the Holborn-Strand improvement scheme which was finally completed after the First World War. The location is roughly where Australia House now stands on the Aldwych.
1905
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Wych Street and Holywell Street, London (1905): A Glimpse into the Past Before Demolition This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene of Wych Street and Holywell Street in London, as they appeared prior to their demolition for the Holborn-Strand improvement scheme in the early 1920s. The location, roughly where Australia House now stands on the Aldwych, was a vibrant and eclectic part of the city during the Edwardian era. The image reveals a busy roadway filled with horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians, navigating their way through the narrow streets. The pavements are lined with people, some deep in conversation, while others are absorbed in the colorful posters and hoardings that adorn the boarded-up buildings. The towering St. Clement Danes Church, with its distinctive Danes' Dock memorial, stands proudly in the background, a testament to the rich history of the area. The Holborn-Strand improvement scheme, which began in the late 19th century and was finally completed after the First World War, aimed to modernize and widen the streets of London. Despite the progress and advancements that the project brought, the demolition of Wych Street and Holywell Street marked the end of an era, leaving behind memories of a bygone age. This photograph, taken in 1905, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a snapshot of life in London during the Edwardian period. The image invites us to reflect on the ever-changing cityscape and the stories that lie hidden beneath the modern-day landscape.
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