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A Tale of Two Projects - Victorian Vision vs Modern Constraints
Manage episode 435376066 series 1521983
In this episode, we explore the contrasting approaches to infrastructure development between the Victorian era and modern Britain. Discover how the London Underground overcame immense challenges to become a groundbreaking success and compare it with the High Speed 2 project, which has faced numerous setbacks. Learn valuable lessons from history and consider the importance of long-term vision and cohesive public and political backing for transformative projects. The episode also takes a look at other examples, including the M25 motorway and the forward-thinking city planning of Myanmar's capital, Naypyidaw, to illustrate how foresight and ambition shape our urban landscapes.
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Manage episode 435376066 series 1521983
In this episode, we explore the contrasting approaches to infrastructure development between the Victorian era and modern Britain. Discover how the London Underground overcame immense challenges to become a groundbreaking success and compare it with the High Speed 2 project, which has faced numerous setbacks. Learn valuable lessons from history and consider the importance of long-term vision and cohesive public and political backing for transformative projects. The episode also takes a look at other examples, including the M25 motorway and the forward-thinking city planning of Myanmar's capital, Naypyidaw, to illustrate how foresight and ambition shape our urban landscapes.
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