Men engaged in roadworks
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Men engaged in roadworks
Men engaged in roadworks with a lorry alongside. Date: circa 1930s
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/John Maclellan
Digging Dirt Dust Labour Labourer Labourers Lorry Manual Roads Roadway Roadworks Rocks Rubble Soil Spade Surface Surfacing Worker
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1930s, transports us back in time to an era when the sound of clanging hammers and the sight of men in overalls covered in dust and grime were common sights on the rural roads of the countryside. The image showcases a dedicated team of workers, their faces etched with determination and focus, as they engage in the arduous task of roadworks. A lorry stands nearby, its bed filled with rubble and soil, ready to be used in the resurfacing process. The scene is one of manual labour at its most raw and unfiltered, with the workers armed only with their spades and the unyielding terrain beneath their feet. The roadway, riddled with cracks and potholes, is a testament to the passage of time and the wear and tear on the infrastructure of the era. The workers, undeterred by the dirt and dust, are focused on their task, their collective efforts aimed at improving the surface of the road for the benefit of travelers. The photograph offers a glimpse into the history of road construction and maintenance, a crucial aspect of transport infrastructure that has evolved significantly over the decades. The image is a poignant reminder of the hard work and dedication required to keep the roads of the past in good condition, and serves as a tribute to the workers who toiled under the sun to ensure that travel was possible in the rural areas of the 1930s.
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