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The 300 foot tunnel which will carry Britains first moving pavement - the twin
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The 300 foot tunnel which will carry Britains first moving pavement - the twin
The 300 foot tunnel which will carry Britains first moving pavement - the twin track travolator - to connect the Bank platforms of the Southern Region s, Waterloo and City Line with the London Transport station, is nearly complete.
The picture shows the City and Waterloo platform at the Bank, showing the start of the new tunnel on the left. The two tunnels are to be made into one larger entrance hall.
2 January 1959
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Media ID 11261334
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1950s Building Construction London Underground Nineteen Fifties Building Works Tube Station
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This print captures a significant moment in British transportation history. Taken in the 1950s, it showcases the impressive construction progress of Britain's first moving pavement - the twin track travolator. The photograph focuses on the City and Waterloo platform at Bank station, with the new tunnel entrance visible on the left. The image highlights not only the magnitude of this engineering feat but also hints at future convenience for commuters. The 300-foot tunnel, nearing completion, will connect platforms of Southern Region's Waterloo and City Line with London Transport station. Once finished, these two separate tunnels will merge into one expansive entrance hall. Transport enthusiasts and history buffs alike can appreciate this snapshot from an era when modernization was transforming urban landscapes. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this piece, emphasizing its historical significance within 20th-century London Underground development. This remarkable photo is a testament to human ingenuity and progress as it immortalizes an important milestone in public transportation infrastructure. It serves as a reminder that innovation continues to shape our cities and improve our daily lives even decades after its inception.
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