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London traffic negotiating the road around Hyde Park Corner. The Hyde Park Corner screen
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London traffic negotiating the road around Hyde Park Corner. The Hyde Park Corner screen
London traffic negotiating the road around Hyde Park Corner. The Hyde Park Corner screen and Apsley House can be seen at the back. Cranes and construction works can be seen as the building of the new underpass has started. It was one section of the wider Marble Arch - Park Lane - Hyde Park Corner road improvements. This was part of a scheme to ease the traffic congestion on central London roads. It was opened in 1962
6th February 1961
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1960s Buses Cars City Centre Cranes Landmark London Road Improvement Scheme Road Works Roads Roundabout London Buses Red Buses
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This print captures the bustling London traffic negotiating the road around Hyde Park Corner. The iconic Hyde Park Corner screen and Apsley House stand proudly in the background, adding a touch of grandeur to the scene. However, amidst this historic charm, signs of progress are evident as cranes tower over the construction works for the new underpass. This ambitious undertaking was just one part of a larger project aimed at alleviating traffic congestion on central London roads. Taken in 1961, this image transports us back to an era when red buses and classic cars dominated city streets. It serves as a reminder of how much our urban landscapes have evolved over time. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to the photograph, emphasizing its historical significance. The Marble Arch - Park Lane - Hyde Park Corner road improvements were met with great anticipation by Londoners eagerly awaiting relief from their daily commute struggles. Finally opened in 1962, this particular section played a crucial role in transforming transportation infrastructure within the city center. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk, this remarkable snapshot offers viewers a glimpse into London's past while also serving as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in overcoming urban challenges.
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