3 4 c m
40cm
actual image size: 32cm x 26cm
Description
Engraving from the 'Illustrated London News', showing the cavernous interior of a busy Post Office sorting room. The General Post Office (GPO) was originally established by Oliver Cromwell's Parliament in 1657, giving it sole rights to carry mail in Britain.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10317311
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