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Progress on Tower Bridge, London 1890
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Progress on Tower Bridge, London 1890
Works at the new Tower Bridge, seen from the top of a shaft 100 ft high. Date: 1890
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This photograph, taken in 1890, offers a unique bird's-eye view of the ongoing construction progress on Tower Bridge in London. The iconic bridge, which spans the River Thames, was a marvel of engineering innovation during the 19th century. In this image, we see the intricate web of ironwork and timbering that formed the foundation of this architectural masterpiece. Workers, dressed in heavy coats and hats, can be seen dotted throughout the scene, seemingly minuscule against the vast expanse of the bridge's structure. The Thames, a vital artery of London's transportation network, flows calmly below, reflecting the industrial hues of the construction site. The Tower Bridge, completed in 1894, was a groundbreaking design for its time, featuring a bascule design that allowed ships to pass beneath it. Its distinctive towers, each housing a Victorian Gothic style engine room, were designed to counterbalance the bridge's weight and enable its bascules to be raised and lowered. This photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering an insight into the sheer scale and complexity of the construction process during the late 1800s. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of progress, as London continued to evolve into a modern metropolis.
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