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Cattle being loaded onto a truck at Burnham Grove Farm, Burham, Buckinghamshire
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Cattle being loaded onto a truck at Burnham Grove Farm, Burham, Buckinghamshire
Cattle being loaded onto a truck at Burnham Grove Farm, Burham, Buckinghamshire.
1937
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Media ID 10990634
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Cattle Cows English Rural Life Farm Workers Farmyard Market Rural Life Transport Transportation Truck Barns
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in English rural life during the 1930s. Taken by renowned photographer John Topham, it showcases the scene at Burnham Grove Farm in Burham, Buckinghamshire. The focal point of the image is a group of farm workers diligently loading cattle onto a truck, ready for transportation to market. The monochrome tones add depth and nostalgia to this snapshot from between the wars. It serves as a visual time capsule, transporting viewers back to an era when farming was not only labor-intensive but also relied heavily on manual work and traditional methods. The composition highlights the bustling farmyard with its rustic barns serving as a backdrop. The cows stand patiently as they are guided towards their temporary transport, while farm workers demonstrate their expertise in handling livestock. This photograph offers insight into both agricultural practices of that time period and the importance of transportation within rural communities. It reminds us of how essential farms were for sustaining local economies and providing food for towns and cities across England. Topham's skillful capture immortalizes this moment forever, allowing us to appreciate the dedication and hard work involved in maintaining an English countryside steeped in tradition.
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