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Winson Green EPW053095
HM Prison, the City Mental Hospital and environs, Winson Green, Birmingham. Aerial photograph taken by Aerofilms in May 1937
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 12098915
© Historic England Archive
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich history of Winson Green, Birmingham, with this stunning aerial photograph from the Historic England Archive. Taken by Aerofilms in May 1937, this image captures the essence of the past with HM Prison, the City Mental Hospital, and their surrounding environs in perfect detail. Travel back in time with Media Storehouse's high-quality poster print, featuring the captivating "Winson Green EPW053095" by Historic England Archive. Bring a piece of historical Birmingham into your home or office, and relive the stories 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 aerial photograph, taken by Aerofilms in May 1937 for Historic England Archive, offers a unique bird's-eye view of Winson Green, a district in Birmingham, England, during a pivotal period in its history. The image captures the sprawling complex of HM Prison Winson Green, located at the heart of the frame. The imposing red-brick structure, with its distinctive central tower, housed both male and female inmates and was a symbol of the criminal justice system during the interwar period. Adjacent to the prison, the City Mental Hospital can be seen, a large institution dedicated to the care and treatment of the mentally ill. Its expansive grounds, dotted with buildings and gardens, reflect the growing recognition of the importance of mental health care in the 20th century. Surrounding these institutions, the image reveals a mix of residential and industrial areas, providing a glimpse into the diverse fabric of Winson Green. The intricate network of roads and pathways, as well as the green spaces, offer a sense of the community that thrived in this part of Birmingham. The aerial perspective also highlights the proximity of these institutions to each other, which raises questions about the relationship between criminal justice and mental health care during this era. The image serves as an important historical record, shedding light on the layout and development of Winson Green during a time of significant social and architectural change.
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