Mr Asquiths Wolseley Landaulette with gas container, WW1
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Mr Asquiths Wolseley Landaulette with gas container, WW1
Ex-Prime Minister Herbert Asquiths Wolseley Landaulette motor car equipped with the Lyon-Spencer gas container on its roof. With petrol rationed and in short supply, many vehicles converted to gas fuel during the First World War. Date: 1918
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of innovation and adaptation during the tumultuous period of the First World War. The image depicts Sir Herbert Asquith, the former British Prime Minister, with his Wolseley Landaulette motor car, outfitted with an unconventional accessory on its roof – a Lyon-Spencer gas container. With petrol becoming increasingly scarce and rationed due to the demands of war, many vehicle owners turned to alternative fuel sources. The rubberised bag-like container, filled with compressed town gas, was a relatively new technology that offered a potential solution to the fuel crisis. The Lyon-Spencer Gas Motor Company, which produced these containers, marketed them as a means to power private vehicles, offering a viable alternative to petrol. The Wolseley Landaulette, a luxurious and stylish motor car, was an unlikely candidate for this conversion. However, the image of Asquith, a man of power and influence, driving this vehicle with the gas container atop, served as a testament to the growing acceptance and necessity of such adaptations. The photograph, taken in 1918, is a poignant reminder of the ingenuity and resourcefulness that emerged in response to the challenges of war. The First World War marked a significant turning point in the history of transportation, with innovations like the Lyon-Spencer gas containers playing a crucial role in keeping the nation moving despite the fuel shortages. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the determination and adaptability of individuals during a time of great upheaval.
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