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Framed Print : Shunter in the wartime blackout, c. 1940
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Shunter in the wartime blackout, c. 1940
Blackouts were challenging times for some GWR employees, as this image of a shunter taken at Bristol shows. Limited lighting during an air raid posed a serious health and safety risk, especially in busy depots or marshalling yards. Even in daylight the task of coupling and uncoupling wagons was a dangerous job. But at night it was even worse and during a blackout it must have been a daunting experience, even for a skilled shunter. Shunters were required to use lamps that had shades attached. This meant they were less visible to aircraft during an air raid, but it also had a negative impact on their working visibility
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 11697525
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Shunter in the Wartime Blackout, c. 1940" from STEAM Museum of the GWR. This evocative image captures a moment in time during the challenges of the Second World War. As the sun sets and the blackout descends, a GWR shunter stands resolute, ensuring the wheels of industry keep turning. The limited lighting during an air raid posed a serious health and safety risk, but the dedication and courage of these employees shone through. Add this historical piece to your collection and bring a piece of railway history into your home or office. The high-quality print is expertly framed and ready to hang, making it a perfect gift for any railway enthusiast or history buff.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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> The Railway at War
> Second World War
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to a challenging time in history - the wartime blackout of 1940. In this image, we see a shunter at work in Bristol, facing the daunting task of navigating limited lighting during an air raid. The blackouts presented serious health and safety risks for GWR employees, particularly those working in busy depots or marshalling yards. Even in daylight, coupling and uncoupling wagons was already a perilous job. However, during the darkness of night and amidst a blackout, it must have been an even more treacherous experience for these skilled workers. To mitigate their visibility to aircrafts during air raids, shunters were required to use lamps with shades attached. While this measure aimed to protect them from potential harm above, it also had its drawbacks as it significantly impacted their own working visibility. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the brave individuals who continued their vital work on the railways despite such challenging circumstances. It offers us a glimpse into their daily struggles and highlights their unwavering commitment to keeping Britain moving forward during times of war
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