B/W print; workers laying track on the Northern Line extension, by Topical Press, 1938

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Reference number	2005/106
Description	This photo was taken during the laying of the track near Highgate in December 1938. Two workmen are swinging sledge hammers to knock the track into position. Two others are using long metal rods to hold it in place.
Photographer	Topical Press
Dates	13 Dec 1938
Collection	Photographs
Object type	B/w print
Photograph number	U28668
Location	Acton Depot
Topics	Underground construction
Completeness	70% 70% ?

• Physical description

  Dimensions

  Attribute	Value
  Height	mm
  Width	mm
  Descriptive size	8x6ins

  Design

  Attribute	Value
  Shot	medium interior

• People involved

  Role	Person(s) involved
  Photographer	Topical Press, 13 Dec 1938

• Associated companies, people and places

  Places

  Borough	Haringey,
  Location	Highgate, Haringey, N6