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Poster Print : Excavators and dump trucks JLP01_01_080_75
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Excavators and dump trucks JLP01_01_080_75
BERKELEY POWER STATION, BERKELEY, HAM AND STONE, STROUD, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. A view of earth-moving vehicles carrying out excavation work during the construction of Berkeley Nuclear Power Station, with a Balfour Beatty bulldozer in the foreground.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 23828643
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1950s Construction Crane Excavator Nuclear Power Station Dump Truck
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating history of Berkeley Power Station with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the iconic image "Excavators and dump trucks JLP01_01_080_75" by Joh from Historic England Archive. This striking photograph captures the moment during the construction of Berkeley Nuclear Power Station in Stroud, Gloucestershire, where earth-moving vehicles, including excavators and dump trucks, are hard at work. Bring a piece of historical engineering into your home or office with this high-quality poster print, showcasing the power and progress of the past.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the construction of the Berkeley Nuclear Power Station. The image showcases a bustling scene of earth-moving vehicles diligently carrying out excavation work, laying the foundation for this monumental project. Standing proudly in the foreground is a Balfour Beatty bulldozer, symbolizing the expertise and precision required for such an ambitious undertaking. The photograph, catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust, provides us with a glimpse into the past and reminds us of humanity's relentless pursuit of progress. It serves as a testament to our ability to harness nuclear power as an alternative energy source during the 1950s. The sheer scale of machinery present in this snapshot is awe-inspiring. Excavators and dump trucks dominate the frame, their mechanical prowess juxtaposed against nature's raw beauty. As we observe these colossal machines reshape Gloucestershire's landscape at Berkeley Power Station, we are reminded that progress often comes at great cost but promises immense rewards. This photograph from Historic England Archive not only documents an important chapter in our industrial heritage but also invites contemplation on how far we have come since then. It stands as a tribute to human ingenuity and determination while serving as a reminder that every innovation carries both risks and benefits – lessons that remain relevant today.
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