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London: Work is now well under way on the development scheme on the South bank of the Thames
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London: Work is now well under way on the development scheme on the South bank of the Thames
London: Work is now well under way on the development scheme on the South bank of the Thames, between County Hall, and Waterloo Bridge, which will form the site of the 1951 Festival of Britain Part of the river is being reclaimed, a new wall built and what was until recently a heap of rubble from bombed buildings will become terraced gardens leading down to the waters edge. The new concert hall, one of the permanent structures, is beginning to take shape near the historic Shot Tower, which is to be retained as a feature of the Festival
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Construction Royal Festival Hall
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This print captures the bustling development scheme taking place on the South bank of the Thames in London. The image showcases the progress made towards creating a remarkable site for the upcoming 1951 Festival of Britain. Intriguingly, this ambitious project involves reclaiming part of the river, constructing a new wall, and transforming what was once a pile of rubble from bombed buildings into beautifully terraced gardens that gracefully lead down to the water's edge. Amidst this transformational scene, we can witness the birth of one of the festival's permanent structures - a magnificent concert hall. Its construction is just beginning to take shape near an iconic landmark: the historic Shot Tower, which will be preserved as an integral feature of this grand celebration. The print not only documents these significant developments but also encapsulates London's spirit and resilience after enduring wartime destruction. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination to rebuild and create something extraordinary out of ruins. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era filled with hope and anticipation for what lies ahead at this momentous event - without mentioning any commercial use or affiliations associated with it.
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