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The Coventry Climax Engines ET199 the first British-produced forklift truck
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The Coventry Climax Engines ET199 the first British-produced forklift truck
The Coventry Climax Engines ET199 the first British-produced forklift truck, seen here being demonstrated by a girl worker at the Coventry factory that produces the truck. The demonstration included lifting a large racing car weighing nearly one and a half tons. 8th October 1946
Charlie Ley
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Coventry
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21742215
© Mirrorpix
1946 Accident Coventry Driver Lifting Parking Warwickshire West Midlands
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1946 at the Coventry factory in England. The image showcases a groundbreaking moment in British history - the demonstration of the Coventry Climax Engines ET199, the first-ever forklift truck produced in Britain. A young girl worker takes center stage as she fearlessly operates this revolutionary piece of machinery. With determination etched on her face, she effortlessly lifts a colossal racing car weighing an astonishing one and a half tons. Her strength and skill defy societal expectations of women during that era, highlighting their invaluable contributions to industries traditionally dominated by men. The scene exudes both pride and humor as onlookers marvel at this extraordinary feat. It is a testament to human ingenuity and progress after enduring the hardships of World War II. As war-torn Europe rebuilt itself from ashes, innovations like these symbolized hope for a brighter future. This photograph encapsulates not only an iconic moment but also reflects upon themes such as industry, transportation, and gender roles prevalent during the 1940s in Warwickshire's West Midlands region. Charlie Ley's expertly captured image preserves this significant milestone in British engineering history for generations to come – reminding us that even amidst adversity, innovation knows no bounds.
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