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2026-01-01

Blackfriars bridge, London [between ca. 1910 and ca. 1915]
Bain News Service
1 negative : glass ; 5 x 7 in. or smaller.

Blackfriars Bridge is a road and foot traffic bridge over the River Thames in London, between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars Railway Bridge, carrying the A201 road. The north end is in the City of London near the Inns of Court and Temple Church, along with Blackfriars station. The south end is in the London Borough of Southwark, near the Tate Modern art gallery and the Oxo Tower. Opened in the 1860s, it replaced an earlier bridge from the 1760s.

London is the capital and largest city of both England and the United Kingdom, with a population of 9.1 million people in 2024. Its wider metropolitan area is the largest in Western Europe, with a population of 15.1 million. London stands on the River Thames in southeast England, at the head of a 50-mile (80 km) tidal estuary down to the North Sea, and has been a major settlement for nearly 2,000 years. Its ancient core and financial centre, the City of London, was founded by the Romans as Londinium and has retained its medieval boundaries. The City of Westminster, to the west of the City of London, has been the centuries-long host of the national government and parliament. London grew rapidly in the 19th century, becoming the world's largest city at the time. Since the 19th century the name "London" has referred to the metropolis around the City of London, historically split between the counties of Middlesex, Essex, Surrey, Kent and Hertfordshire, which since 1965 has largely comprised the administrative area of Greater London, governed by 33 local authorities and the Greater London Authority.

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This image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a bustling scene of London, specifically focusing on Blackfriars Bridge. The bridge spans across a river, likely the Thames, and is crowded with horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians. The architecture of the bridge features ornate railings and a central archway that supports the roadway.

In the background, the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral is prominently visible, with its dome and spires standing out against the skyline. Surrounding the cathedral, there are other buildings, including what appears to be an industrial structure with a large chimney, suggesting the presence of factories or other industrial facilities in the area.

The photograph is labeled at the bottom with the text "BLACKFRIARS BRIDGE LONDON," indicating the location. The image has a vintage quality, with a slightly faded appearance and a rectangular border, which suggests it is a historical photograph, possibly from the early 20th century. The overall scene captures a lively moment in London's history, showcasing the city's blend of architectural grandeur and industrial activity.

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