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Opening of the Thames Tunnel
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Opening of the Thames Tunnel
A picture to commemorate the opening of the Thames Tunnel, connecting Rotherhithe and Wapping, showing the company medallion featuring Sir Marc Isambard Brunel supported by one of the tunnels excavators. The tunnel is now part of the London Overground railway network. It was the first tunnel to be constructed under a navigable river
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1840s 1843 Brunel Commemorate Conditions Connecting Constructed Engineering Excavator Excavators Isambard Marc Medallion Navigable Navvy Net Work Opening Rotherhithe Spade Technology Tunnel Tunnels Wapping Workman Overground
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This photograph commemorates the historic opening of the Thames Tunnel in March 1843, connecting Rotherhithe and Wapping in London. The image showcases Sir Marc Isambard Brunel, the visionary engineer behind the project, standing proudly beside one of the tunnel's excavators. The Thames Tunnel was a groundbreaking engineering feat, marking the first tunnel to be constructed under a navigable river. The conditions under which the tunnel was built were arduous, with workers, commonly known as 'navvies,' laboring tirelessly in cramped and dangerous conditions. Despite the challenges, they persevered, driven by the promise of advancing transportation technology. The tunnel opened to much fanfare, symbolizing the ingenuity and determination of the Victorian era. The Thames Tunnel is now a vital part of the London Overground railway network, connecting the boroughs of Southwark and Tower Hamlets. The medallion featuring Sir Marc Isambard Brunel in this photograph serves as a testament to the vision and innovation of the past, reminding us of the incredible progress made in engineering and transportation over the centuries. This photograph, taken in the 1840s, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when spades and excavators were the tools of the trade, and the construction of a tunnel under a navigable river was an engineering marvel. The Thames Tunnel remains an enduring symbol of human achievement and the power of perseverance.
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