Borsigs factory at Oranienburg, 1880s
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Borsigs factory at Oranienburg, 1880s
Borsigs factory at Oranienburg. 19th-century artwork of the iron foundry and locomotive factory established by German industrialist August Borsig (1804-1854) at Oranienburg Gate (Oranienburger Tor), Berlin, Germany. Borsig founded his train locomotive manufacturing company here in 1837. By the 1840s, his company was expanding and his Moabit ironworks became operational in 1849, followed by a third factory in 1850, bringing the number of employees to 1800. Borsig gained great wealth from his factories, which produced hundreds of locomotives. This engraving dates from 1888
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This 19th-century artwork captures the grandeur of Borsigs factory at Oranienburg Gate in Berlin, Germany. Established by the visionary German industrialist August Borsig in 1837, this iron foundry and locomotive factory became a symbol of technological progress during its time. The print showcases the bustling activity within the factory grounds, with workers diligently crafting train locomotives that would revolutionize transportation. By the 1880s, when this engraving was created, Borsig's factories had already become powerhouses of industry. With his Moabit ironworks operational since 1849 and a third factory established in 1850, Borsig's empire employed an impressive workforce of 1800 individuals. This expansion brought great wealth to Borsig as his factories churned out hundreds of locomotives. However, amid this triumph lies a darker side: pollution. The image hints at the environmental consequences of rapid industrialization during that era. Thick plumes of smoke billow from towering chimneys, casting a somber hue over the monochrome artwork. It serves as a reminder that progress often comes at a cost. Today, this historical illustration stands as both an homage to German engineering prowess and a testament to our evolving relationship with technology and its impact on our environment. As we admire this snapshot from history captured by Bildagentur-Online/TH Foto/Science Photo Library, it prompts us to reflect on how far we have come while urging us to
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