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Coloured lights to direct traffic The design of one of the big towers erected along Fifth avenue
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Coloured lights to direct traffic The design of one of the big towers erected along Fifth avenue
Coloured lights to direct traffic
The design of one of the big towers erected along Fifth avenue, New York to control the traffic. Round the top of the tower are lights of different colours and the traffic is directed by flashlights
12 June 1922
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Media ID 11036366
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This print captures a unique traffic control design from the early 20th century. Erected along Fifth Avenue in New York City, one of the towering structures stands tall, adorned with an array of coloured lights to direct traffic. The date stamped on the image reads June 12,1922. The tower's top is embellished with a series of lights in different hues, creating a mesmerizing spectacle against the backdrop of bustling city streets. These vibrant flashes serve as signals for drivers and pedestrians alike, guiding them through intersections and ensuring smooth traffic flow. In this monochrome photograph, we witness an innovative approach to managing urban congestion during a time when modern traffic light systems were still in their infancy. The diagram-like composition emphasizes the importance placed on efficient traffic control even back then. Preserved by Central News and now part of Europeana Photography collection, this historical snapshot offers us a glimpse into early attempts at enhancing road safety and organizing chaotic city streets. It serves as a reminder that even in the past century, humans sought creative solutions to address challenges posed by growing urbanization
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