Signalman Collection (#2)

On the Route of the Lapland Express, 1935-36. Creator: Unknown
On the Route of the Lapland Express, 1935-36. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 2". [The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, 1935-36]

Greenwich Station, Greenwich, London, c1840
View of Greenwich Railway Station, London, c1840; with steam trains and a signalman

Work, c1910. Artist: James Akerman
Work, c1910. From The Fitzroy Pictures, published by George Bell & Sons, London, c1910

A French Pointsman In The Late 19Th Century. From French Pictures By The Rev. Samuel G. Green, Published 1878

Reenactment Of The Stationmasters Story From Magic Lantern Slide Circa 1900

Ufos / Dewilde, Quarouble
During the great French wave, Marius De Wilde, a railway signalman, sees a UFO on the tracks, with two occupants

Visual Signalman, (3rd Class), 1937. Artist: WA & AC Churchman
Visual Signalman, (3rd Class), 1937. Churchmans Cigarette Series, The Navy At Work

Signalman using 20 Signalling Projector, 1937. Artist: WA & AC Churchman
Signalman using 20 Signalling Projector, 1937. Churchmans Cigarette Series, The Navy At Work

Visual Signalman, Trained Operator, 1937. Artist: WA & AC Churchman
Visual Signalman, Trained Operator, 1937. Churchmans Cigarette Series, The Navy At Work

The New Junction, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
The New Junction, 1888. The two pointsmen are Sir William Harcourt and Spencer Cavendish Hartington. Recently, two railways lines had combined at a key junction to put in a state of the art

French Railway Alphabet - A for Aiguilleur (signalman or pointsman). 19th century

Clapham Junct Signals
The signalman at Clapham Junction - Londons busiest station - is responsible for a huge array of signals : pulling the wrong one could result in catastrophe... Date: 1885

PINAZO CAMARLENCH, Ignacio. The Signalman
PINAZO CAMARLENCH, Ignacio (1849-1916). The Signalman. 1877. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Valencia. San Pio V Fine Arts Museum

Signal Box Scene
26th October 1907: A signalman operating a signal. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Our Local Express (2 / 2)
A satirical look at an express train service (2/2 - see 10425389). 1907

Our Local Express (1 / 2)
A satirical look at an express train service (1/2 10429191). 1907

Signalman Bayliss stands by his levers in the signal box at Haverstock Hill, London. Date: 1909

Railway signalman, 19th century
Railway signalman operating train track switches and holding a furled signal flag. The first mechanised and centralised railway switching system dates from 1856

A Trainee Signalman
A trainee signalman operates the junctions on a model railway as part of his training. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

The Express Train passing a signal-box at high speed

Ape Signalman
This signalman of Uitenhage, South Africa, lost both legs and an arm when run over by a train : he taught a baboon to operate the signals when he heard the train whistle

3rd Class Carriages
A popular and packed train on the route between Paris and Orleans. The rear four carriages are open and contain the third class passengers, exposed to all elements

Booksellers Retreat
The Booksellers Provident Retreat at Abbots Langley, Herts built as a result of the benevolence of paper magnate John Dickinson in 1844. The house is still used this way

German Carriers Wagon
A carrier encourages his horses with a stick, while behind him a train crosses a viaduct watched by a signalman. The little dog laughs such sport to see

Royal Navy Signalling
A signalman of Britains Royal Navy signals with a flag

Signal Box at York
Even with colour coding, the signalman at York is faced with a massive array of levers - a mistake could be disastrous

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"Signalman: The Unsung Heroes of the Railway" This captivating poster, produced for British Railways (BR), showcases a railway worker diligently operating the intricate machinery that keeps our trains running smoothly. With his skilled hands and unwavering focus, he ensures the safety and efficiency of every journey. Step into the world of a railwayman at Shrewsbury's 180 lever railway signal box. This vignette illustration from "Railway Ribaldry" by W Heath Robinson takes us back in time to witness their expertise in managing the complex network of signals and switches. Travel further back to Leicester in 1903, where Forest Road Signal Box stands tall as a testament to the dedication of these unsung heroes. They tirelessly controlled train movements, ensuring seamless transportation for passengers and goods alike. The Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway proudly presents Padiham West Signal Box, another hub of activity orchestrated by skilled signalmen who navigated trains through this bustling junction with precision and care. Colwich, Staffordshire's railway signal box also played its part in history during the early 1900s. These humble structures housed brave individuals who safeguarded countless lives by expertly coordinating train traffic on busy lines. Even an advert for Hudson's Extract of Soap couldn't resist featuring a hardworking signalman amidst its promotional content. A true testament to their iconic status within society. In popular culture, Lance Percival brought these characters to life on screen as he portrayed a dedicated signalman named Andy Robson. His portrayal shed light on their tireless efforts behind-the-scenes that often go unnoticed but are vital for safe rail travel. Not limited to land alone, even aboard HMS Esk we find evidence of their significance. In this poignant moment captured forever in time, Ldg Sig G H Guest is given a burial at sea—a reminder that even in times of sorrow or loss, these men remained steadfast guardians throughout maritime journeys too.