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From the archive: The last phone boxes: broken glass, cider cans and – amazingly – a dial tone

The Audio Long Read

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The Legacy of Phone Boxes

This chapter explores the ongoing significance of public phone boxes, especially in rural areas where they serve as crucial communication links during emergencies. It discusses community efforts to preserve these structures, contrasting their nostalgic value with the realities of decline and theft. Through vivid accounts, the chapter highlights the cultural importance of these iconic symbols and the nostalgia they evoke within local populations.

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