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Section of Thames Tunnel (1825-1843) showing men at work in shield (right) while others take away spoil. Picture also shows construction of arched masonry lining using Roman cement behind shield
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Section of Thames Tunnel (1825-1843) showing men at work in shield (right) while others take away spoil. Picture also shows construction of arched masonry lining using Roman cement behind shield
530612 Section of Thames Tunnel (1825-1843) showing men at work in shield (right) while others take away spoil. Picture also shows construction of arched masonry lining using Roman cement behind shield. Patent for this first tunnelling shield taken out by Marc Isambart Brunel 1818. Isambard Kingdom Brunel was site engineer. Tunnel still used by electric trains between Whitechapel and New Cross, London. Woodcut 1842.; Universal History Archive/UIG
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1818 1842 Arched Away Behind Brunel Cement Civil Electric Engineer Isambard Kingdom Lining Marc Masonry Patent Picture Section Site Spoil Trains Tunnel Tunnelling Whitechapel C European Economic Community C European Union
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This print captures a pivotal moment in the construction of the iconic Thames Tunnel, which was built between 1825 and 1843. The image shows men hard at work inside a tunnelling shield on the right, while others are seen taking away spoil from the site. Behind the shield, you can see the intricate construction of an arched masonry lining using Roman cement.
The patent for this innovative tunnelling shield was taken out by Marc Isambart Brunel in 1818, with his son Isambard Kingdom Brunel serving as the site engineer for this ambitious project. The tunnel, which is still in use today by electric trains running between Whitechapel and New Cross in London, stands as a testament to their engineering prowess.
This woodcut from 1842 provides a fascinating glimpse into the civil engineering marvel that is the Thames Tunnel. It showcases not only the technical skill involved in its construction but also highlights the dedication and hard work of all those involved in bringing this vision to life.
As we admire this historical photograph, we are reminded of the incredible feats of human ingenuity and perseverance that have shaped our world and continue to inspire future generations of engineers and builders.
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