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William Jessop and Sons, Brightside Works, Brightside Lane, c. 1858

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William Jessop and Sons, Brightside Works, Brightside Lane, c. 1858

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This print from Sheffield City Archives transports us back to the bustling industrial landscape of Brightside Lane in 1858. The image showcases the impressive William Jessop and Sons' Brightside Works, a prominent steel manufacturing company that played a pivotal role in shaping the city's industrial heritage. The photograph captures the sheer magnitude of this thriving hub, with its towering chimneys billowing smoke into the sky. The intricate network of roads, bridges, and viaducts crisscrossing through the frame highlights both the functional infrastructure required for such an operation and the architectural beauty hidden within these utilitarian structures. The composition offers a glimpse into daily life at Brightside Works; workers can be seen going about their tasks diligently amidst this hive of activity. Their presence serves as a reminder of the countless individuals who contributed to Sheffield's rise as an industrial powerhouse during this era. Beyond its historical significance, this print also reveals glimpses of advertisements dotting buildings along Brightside Lane. These faded signs offer intriguing insights into commercial practices prevalent at that time but are now mere remnants frozen in time. As we admire this snapshot from yesteryears, it is impossible not to marvel at how far our society has progressed since then. This image stands as a testament to Sheffield's rich industrial past and serves as a poignant reminder of how industries like William Jessop and Sons shaped not only landscapes but also communities through their contributions to manufacturing excellence.

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