Electric Locomotive Collection

An early electric locomotive
3734081 An early electric locomotive.; (add.info.: Photograph taken of an early electric locomotive on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Cordite railway HAY03_01_037
Royal Naval Cordite Factory, Wareham Road, Holton Heath, Wareham St. Martin, Dorset. Cordite being transported to the press houses on the narrow-gauge railway system, Royal Naval Cordite Factory

Electric locomotive by Jean-Jacques Heilmann, France, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century model
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An Electric Locomotive (colour litho)
2810306 An Electric Locomotive (colour litho) by Millar, Harold Robert (1869-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Electric Locomotive)

Recent Developments of Electricity as an Industrial Art (engraving)
1595218 Recent Developments of Electricity as an Industrial Art (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recent Developments of Electricity as an Industrial Art)

Railway guard seen here at Euston Station. 15th August 1966

A Steel Car, New York Underground and Elevated Electric Railways, 1930. Creator: Unknown
A Steel Car, New York Underground and Elevated Electric Railways, 1930. From " The Wonder Book of Railways", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, 1930]

Brighton Belle, the S. R.s Electric Locomotive, over Ouse Viaduct, 1940
Brighton Belle, the S.R.s Electric Locomotive, over Ouse Viaduct, 1940. The Brighton Belle was operated by the Southern Railway

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"Revolutionizing the Rails: The Power of Electric Locomotives" Step into the past with Cordite railway HAY03_01_037, a captivating glimpse of an electric locomotive by Jean-Jacques Heilmann from 19th century France. This digitally restored reproduction showcases the ingenuity and innovation that shaped the future of transportation. In "An Electric Locomotive (colour litho), " we witness the beauty and elegance of these remarkable machines. Their sleek design and powerful engines propelled them forward, paving the way for modern train travel as we know it today. The engraving titled "Recent Developments of Electricity as an Industrial Art" highlights how electricity transformed not only locomotives but also various industries. It symbolizes a turning point in history when electrification became an integral part of our daily lives. Transporting us to Euston Station on August 15th, 1966, we catch a glimpse of a dedicated railway guard ensuring safety and efficiency amidst bustling platforms. These guardians played a vital role in maintaining order while embracing technological advancements like electric trains. Across continents, even underground, electric locomotives left their mark. In New York's Underground and Elevated Electric Railways during 1930s, steel cars glided through tunnels with precision and speed—a testament to human progress. One iconic image captures the Brighton Belle—an S. R. 's Electric Locomotive—majestically crossing Ouse Viaduct in 1940. Its graceful presence against nature's backdrop exemplifies both engineering marvels and harmonious integration with our environment. From historic photographs to present-day wonders, electric trains continue to shape our world. They connect people across vast distances while reducing carbon emissions—a sustainable solution for future generations. So next time you board an electric train or admire its sleek form passing by, remember its rich heritage rooted in centuries-old models like Jean-Jacques Heilmann's creation, and are more than just a mode of transportation.