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Gas works for lighting a town or large district
Gas works for lighting a town or large district. 1: Collapsing gas holder. 2: Retort House. 3: Purifying House with lime machine. 4: Directors Office. From Frederick Accum " Coal Gas", London, 1819. Aquatint
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This print takes us back in time to the early 19th century, offering a glimpse into the fascinating world of gas works. The image showcases various elements crucial for lighting up an entire town or large district using coal gas. At first glance, our eyes are drawn to the collapsing gas holder standing tall and proud against the backdrop of a bustling industrial landscape. Its sheer size and intricate design serve as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess during this era. Adjacent to it is the Retort House, where coal is heated in specially designed retorts to produce the essential fuel - coal gas. This process was at the heart of illuminating countless streets and homes across Britain, revolutionizing urban life forever. Further along, we see the Purifying House with its lime machine, which played a vital role in removing impurities from raw coal gas before distribution. This step ensured that only clean and safe fuel reached households throughout England. Lastly, we catch a glimpse of the Directors Office - perhaps where decisions were made that shaped not only this particular operation but also influenced advancements in chemistry and industry on a larger scale. Frederick Accum's "Coal Gas" publication from 1819 serves as an invaluable historical record documenting these significant developments in energy production. Through this aquatint print by Archive from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how towns were illuminated through ingenious systems like these without mentioning any commercial use associated with them
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