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Photo Mug : Esso garage at the end of petrol rationing 1950. Creator: Unknown
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Esso garage at the end of petrol rationing 1950. Creator: Unknown
Esso garage at the end of petrol rationing 1950
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 19662169
© National Motor Museum/Heritage Images
1950 1950s Fifties Forecourt Garage Petrol Petrol Station Rationing Refuelling Social History Street Scenes Esso
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Step back in time with our vintage Esso Photo Mug from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of an Esso garage at the end of petrol rationing in 1950, this mug is a nostalgic tribute to a bygone era. The high-quality print on this sturdy mug showcases the classic Esso sign and the joyful scene of cars lining up to refuel, a sight long forgotten in today's world. Add a touch of history and charm to your morning coffee routine with this unique and intriguing Photo Mug from Media Storehouse.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the end of petrol rationing in 1950 at an Esso garage. The image, taken by an unknown creator, transports us back to a significant moment in history when people were finally able to freely refuel their cars after years of restrictions. The scene depicts a bustling forecourt filled with individuals eager to fill up their vehicles. It offers a glimpse into the social history of the time, showcasing how access to petrol was not only essential for transportation but also symbolized newfound freedom and mobility. The vintage cars parked at the station evoke nostalgia for a bygone era, reminding us of the charm and elegance associated with automobiles from the 1950s. The absence of color further enhances this sense of stepping back in time. As we observe this snapshot from the past, we can't help but imagine conversations taking place between customers and attendants or envision what life must have been like during this transformative period. This photograph is not just about fueling up; it encapsulates an entire decade's worth of progress and change. Preserved within Heritage Images' collection at the National Motor Museum, this remarkable piece serves as a testament to our ever-evolving relationship with transport and its impact on society. Its anonymous creator has immortalized an important milestone in automotive history through their lens, allowing us to reflect upon how far we've come since those days when petrol rationing dictated our daily lives.
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