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Photographic Print : A heavy load stops the Manchester traffic, 1962. Artist: Michael Walters
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A heavy load stops the Manchester traffic, 1962. Artist: Michael Walters
A heavy load stops the Manchester traffic, 1962. A policeman stops traffic as a giant 85-foot absorption tower is pulled slowly through the streets of Dukinfield by a Foden lorry owned by Edward Beck & Son. The tower was on its way from its manufacturer, the Woodall Duckham Company, to the Coleshill coal preparation plant near Birmingham
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Absorption Tower Coal Industry Greater Manchester Haulage Industrial Chemistry Lorry Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Policeman Transporting Truck Turning Walters Woodall Duckham Company Dukinfield Tameside
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse archives. Witness the scene of a heavy load, an 85-foot absorption tower, causing a traffic standstill in Manchester, 1962. The determined policeman directs the flow of traffic as a Foden lorry, owned by Edward Beck, slowly pulls the colossal structure through the streets of Dukinfield. This iconic image, captured by artist Michael Walters, offers a unique glimpse into the past, making it a must-have addition to your home or office décor. Experience history with every glance with this timeless photograph from Heritage Images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.2cm (10" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A Glimpse into Manchester's Past - A Heavy Load Halts Traffic in 1962
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photograph captured by artist Michael Walters, we are transported back to the bustling streets of Manchester in 1962. The image showcases a remarkable scene where a colossal 85-foot absorption tower brings the city traffic to a standstill. As onlookers gather curiously, a diligent policeman takes charge, halting vehicles as this extraordinary structure is slowly pulled through Dukinfield's streets. Owned by Edward Beck & Son, the Foden lorry valiantly shoulders the weight of this unusual load on its journey from Woodall Duckham Company to Coleshill coal preparation plant near Birmingham. This snapshot offers us an intriguing glimpse into Britain's thriving coal industry during that era. The monochrome composition adds a timeless quality to the image, emphasizing both the historical significance and industrial prowess of Greater Manchester. It serves as a testament to the hardworking men who dedicated their lives to professions within road transport and haulage industries. As we admire this rare moment frozen in time, let us appreciate not only Michael Walters' skillful photography but also reflect upon how our cities have evolved over decades. This print truly encapsulates an era when transporting such massive structures was not just an occupation but also an awe-inspiring feat that could bring even one of England's busiest avenues to a halt.
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