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Matthew Murray's steam locomotive built for John Blenkinsop
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Matthew Murray's steam locomotive built for John Blenkinsop
5308295 Matthew Murray's steam locomotive built for John Blenkinsop.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Matthew Murray's steam locomotive built for John Blenkinsop used to haul a passenger coach. Matthew Murray (1765-1826) an English steam engine and machine tool manufacturer, who designed and built the first commercially viable steam locomotive, the twin cylinder Salamanca. John Blenkinsop (1783-1831) an English mining engineer and inventor of steam locomotives, who designed the first practical railway locomotive. Dated 19th century.
01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38181486
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Coach Inventor Manufacturer Mining Passengers Power Rail Railway Line Salamanca Steam Steam Locomotive Steam Power Steam Powered Machine Tool Passenger Coach
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This engraving captures the innovative steam locomotive built by Matthew Murray for John Blenkinsop in the 19th century. Murray, an English steam engine and machine tool manufacturer, designed and constructed this groundbreaking locomotive, which was used to haul a passenger coach along the railway line.
John Blenkinsop, a pioneering mining engineer and inventor of steam locomotives, collaborated with Murray to create this marvel of transportation technology. The image showcases the power and ingenuity of these two visionaries as they revolutionized rail travel with their invention.
The intricate details of the engraving bring to life the era when steam power transformed the way people traveled and goods were transported. From its twin cylinders to its sleek design, every element of this locomotive speaks to the craftsmanship and innovation that defined Murray's work.
As we gaze upon this historical print, we are reminded of how far we have come in terms of transportation technology. Yet, we also pay homage to those like Matthew Murray and John Blenkinsop who paved the way for future advancements in rail travel. This engraving is not just a piece of art; it is a testament to human creativity and progress.
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