Aerial view over the west end of Reading town centre, looking north, in 1949. The railway runs across the top of the picture, with the General and Southern Stations visible. Beyond, the Western Region signal works, railway sidings and buildings along Vastern Road can be seen, including the power station, backing onto the River Thames. Station Hill, supported on concrete pillars, is visible, with Vincent's garage in front of it. In the foreground are Cheapside, Oxford Road, West Street, Broad Street, Friar Street, and Greyfriars Road. 1940-1949
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black and white photograph; 19 x 24 cm.
Language:
English
BRN:
2732807
