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Tracking progress JLP01_08_052041
NEWPORT PAGNELL, MILTON KEYNES. Four office workers, probably at the project headquarters in Newport Pagnell, updating charts and tracking progress in the construction of the London to Yorkshire Motorway (the M1).
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24091397
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1950s at the project headquarters in Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes. The image showcases four diligent office workers engrossed in their work as they update charts and meticulously track progress for the construction of the iconic London to Yorkshire Motorway, famously known as the M1. The atmosphere is one of focused determination as these individuals play a crucial role in ensuring that this ambitious infrastructure project stays on track. Their dedication is palpable, with pens poised over papers filled with intricate details and calculations. It's evident that every stroke made contributes to shaping a vital connection between two major cities. This remarkable snapshot was catalogued under the Breaking New Ground Project, a collaborative effort between Historic England Archive and John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance during an era when technological advancements were transforming transportation networks across Britain. As we admire this slice of history frozen in time, let us appreciate not only the physical labor involved but also the intellectual prowess required behind closed doors. These unsung heroes played an integral part in laying down foundations for future generations to benefit from improved connectivity and economic growth. Credit: A© Historic England Archive
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