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Horrocks Preston, Amalgamated Cotton Mills Trust Ltd, 1920
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Horrocks Preston, Amalgamated Cotton Mills Trust Ltd, 1920
Horrocks Preston, Amalgamated Cotton Mills Trust Ltd, 1920 -- Aeroplane photograph of Yard Works, Preston.
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In this aerial photograph from the 1920s, the Horrocks Preston, Amalgamated Cotton Mills Trust Ltd, located in Preston, England, is depicted in all its industrial grandeur. The image, taken from an aeroplane, offers a unique perspective of the sprawling complex, with its intricate network of buildings and yards illuminated under the moonlit sky. The Crescent-shaped mill, a prominent feature of the site, stands proudly against the night sky, its red brick facade glowing faintly under the pale moonlight. The surrounding yards are filled with an intricate maze of textile factories, their chimneys puffing out plumes of smoke into the night air. The scene is reminiscent of a fairy tale, with the moon casting long, ethereal shadows over the mushroom-like structures, their rounded rooftops and chimneys creating an otherworldly landscape. The Horrocks Preston, Amalgamated Cotton Mills Trust Ltd was a significant player in the textile industry during the 1920s. The company was formed through the amalgamation of several smaller mills in the Preston area, and this photograph showcases the scale and complexity of the resulting industrial powerhouse. The use of modern technology, such as the aeroplane, to capture this image underscores the company's forward-thinking approach to business and innovation. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a unique perspective of the industrial landscape of the 1920s and the role that textile manufacturing played in the economy and culture of the time. The image is a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the people who built and operated these mills, and serves as a reminder of the rich industrial heritage of Preston and the North West of England.
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