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Construction of the Metropolitan and District Railway

Construction of the Metropolitan and District Railway

Photograph
1866-67

Gloucester Road Station under construction, looking towards South Kensington. The high arched roof was constructed using timber scaffolding, with the metal arched ribs assembled in sections and built up to the timber. Four workmen are just visible on the roof, no doubt without the aid of safety equipment!

Additional information

Reference
ID291
Image type
Photograph
Published
1866-67
Author
Flather, H.
Collection
Photographic collection
Related keywords
Metropolitan and District Railway London Underground Railway Metropolitan District London Underground Station Gloucester Road Construction Roof Arched Rib Metal Arch Gloucester Road Station Timber Scaffolding Workmen Labourers Safety

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Source
M866METPCM Photographs of the construction of the Metropolitan District Railway, 1866-68
Credit
Institution of Civil Engineers

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