Construction of the Cromwell Road section of the District line

Henry Flathercirca 1867

Details

Title: Construction of the Cromwell Road section of the District line
Creator: Henry Flather
Date Created: circa 1867
Subject Keywords: District line
Type: Photograph
External Link: Record in London Transport Museum Collections Online
Reference number: 1998/84887
Physical Description: Construction of the Cromwell Road section of the District line, using the cut and cover method. Image shows the twin tunnel five-ring arching on steel centering in progress. Several workmen, surveyors and supervisors milling about at street level, also construction workers visible below ground. Three-storey terrace houses in background.
Item location: Acton Depot

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