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The late Accident on the Great Eastern Railway, near Bradfield, Essex (engraving)
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The late Accident on the Great Eastern Railway, near Bradfield, Essex (engraving)
1613118 The late Accident on the Great Eastern Railway, near Bradfield, Essex (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Accident on the Great Eastern Railway, near Bradfield, Essex. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 July 1864.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23097672
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Accident Bradfield Essex Great Eastern Railway Accidents
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The Late Accident on the Great Eastern Railway - A Glimpse into 19th Century Railways
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. This engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, offers a fascinating glimpse into a dramatic incident that occurred near Bradfield, Essex. The print captures the aftermath of a tragic accident on the Great Eastern Railway, which sent shockwaves through the community and left its mark on history. The scene depicted is one of chaos and devastation. Twisted metal and shattered carriages lay strewn across the tracks as smoke billows from the wreckage. The sheer scale of destruction is both awe-inspiring and sobering. It serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by early railway travelers. Published in The Illustrated London News on July 23,1864, this illustration provides valuable insight into how accidents were reported during that era. Its inclusion in such a prominent publication suggests that it was considered newsworthy at the time. As we gaze upon this historic image today, we are transported back to an era when railways were still relatively new and accidents like these were unfortunately not uncommon. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of safety measures within our modern transportation systems. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' preservation efforts, this remarkable piece now resides within their private collection for all art enthusiasts to appreciate.
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