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Taking in Water, at Parkside (The Station where Mr Huskisson fell)
2655290 Taking in Water, at Parkside (The Station where Mr Huskisson fell), published 1831 (hand coloured engraving) by Bury, Thomas Talbot (1811-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Coloured Views on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway with plates of the Coaches, Machines, etc. from Drawings made on the Spot by Thomas Talbot Bury, published 1831; MP Willliam Huskisson was killed after alighting from a carriage pulled by The Rocket to speak to the Duke of Wellington who was travelling on another train; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23101936
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Accident Engine Industrial Revolution Infrastructure Locomotive Steam Steam Train Stephensons Rocket Accidents Parkside The Rocket
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This print captures a significant moment in history, depicting the scene at Parkside Station where Mr Huskisson tragically fell. Published in 1831 by Thomas Talbot Bury, this hand-coloured engraving offers a glimpse into the early days of railway travel. The image showcases an array of elements that defined the era: steam-powered locomotives, bustling crowds, and impressive architectural structures. The iconic Rocket engine can be seen prominently in the foreground, symbolizing George Stephenson's pioneering contributions to the Industrial Revolution. Amidst this vibrant setting are men and women dressed in period attire, children playing nearby, and families going about their daily lives. It is a snapshot frozen in time that evokes both awe for technological progress and nostalgia for simpler times. However, it is impossible to view this image without acknowledging its tragic undertones. This was the very station where MP William Huskisson lost his life after alighting from a carriage pulled by The Rocket. He had approached another train carrying none other than the Duke of Wellington himself when disaster struck. Intriguingly layered with historical significance and artistic beauty, this print serves as a poignant reminder of how progress often comes at great cost. It invites us to reflect on our own journey through time while appreciating those who paved the way before us.
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