The Bristol Scroll
The Bristol Scroll by Martin Curtis, published by Ian Allan Publishing in 2011, is a detailed exploration of the iconic Bristol scroll, marking its centenary since its first use in 1911. This edition, comprising 72 pages, presents a historical overview of the scroll’s application by various companies, including the British & Colonial Aeroplane Company, Bristol Tramways Company, and Bristol Omnibus Company, highlighting its evolution and significance in public transportation.
Readers will find a comprehensive survey of the scroll’s impact, illustrated with a variety of photographs, including both color images and over one hundred black-and-white photos, many of which are previously unseen. The book delves into the scroll’s presence on various vehicles and structures, showcasing its enduring legacy in transportation. The Bristol Scroll serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of transportation and public transit symbols.
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Published to mark the centenary of the first appearance of the famous Bristol scroll, this book traces its use, first in 1911 by the British & Colonial Aeroplane Company, later to become the Bristol Aeroplane Company and finally part of the British Aircraft Corporation; by Bristol Tramways Company on its engines and vehicles; and by the Bristol Omnibus Company, where the scroll got its well-known fleet name from 1965. The scroll also appeared on cars, Lorries, boats, and even on prefab houses in the 1940s. It is still in use today for heritage purposes. Illustrated with a variety of photos in color and a further one hundred in black-and-white, many never seen before, this book will provide a comprehensive survey of what was surely the most widely used and recognized symbol in transport after the London Transport bull’s-eye.
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