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Ludgate Circus, where Edgar Wallace once sold papers; the plaque commemorating him
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Ludgate Circus, where Edgar Wallace once sold papers; the plaque commemorating him
Ludgate Circus, where Edgar Wallace once sold papers; the plaque commemorating him, is seen on extreme right of the Abbey National building circa 1950. P000145
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the bustling streets of London in the 1950s. The image captures Ludgate Circus, a vibrant hub where people hurriedly went about their daily lives. It holds a special significance as it was once the very spot where renowned author Edgar Wallace sold newspapers. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, our eyes are drawn to the extreme right of the Abbey National building, where a plaque stands proudly commemorating Wallace's humble beginnings as a newspaper vendor. This small but meaningful tribute serves as a reminder of his remarkable journey from street seller to literary icon. The scene itself is alive with activity - buses navigate through traffic lights while pedestrians weave their way through the busy streets. The energy and dynamism of city life are palpable in every corner of this photograph. Beyond its historical context, this image also offers us an intriguing glimpse into an era when bank raids and building societies were part of everyday conversation. It transports us back to an era when London's streets were filled with stories waiting to be told. Memory Lane Prints has expertly captured all these elements, allowing us to immerse ourselves in this moment from yesteryear.
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