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a Patrol box on the newly opened Colnbrook by-pass (A4) at Harmondsworth
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a Patrol box on the newly opened Colnbrook by-pass (A4) at Harmondsworth
a Patrol box on the newly opened Colnbrook by-pass (A4) at Harmondsworth, London Borough of Hillingdon. 22nd June 1928. a patrolman can be seen saluting a car belonging to a member of the public to indicate that a police speed trap lay ahead. Circa 1928
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Uxbridge Gazette
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Uxbridge
Greater London
England
Media ID 21684442
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Automobile Association Greater London Outer Boroughs Outer London Road By Pass
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This print takes us back to the year 1928, capturing a moment on the newly opened Colnbrook by-pass (A4) at Harmondsworth in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The image showcases a patrol box strategically placed along the road, serving as a warning signal for motorists approaching a police speed trap ahead. In this snapshot from the past, we witness an AA patrolman standing tall and saluting a passing car belonging to a member of the public. This gesture serves as an indication that caution is required due to law enforcement activities further down the road. It's fascinating to see how traffic management techniques were implemented even during those early years of motorized transportation. The scene itself reflects elements typical of its time: classic automobiles dotting the landscape, including one with a motorcycle and sidecar combination parked nearby. The photograph also highlights Greater London's outer boroughs and their evolving transport infrastructure. As we delve into this historical moment captured on film, it becomes evident that this image holds immense value in preserving our collective memory. It offers us glimpses into not only how roads were managed but also provides insight into societal norms and technological advancements of that era. Memory Lane Prints has once again delivered an exceptional piece that transports us back nearly a century ago when cars first began dominating our streets and highways.
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