Station Master Collection

Evesham Station, Worcestershire, c. 1910
A view of railway workers on the platform at Evesham Station in Worcestershire, c.1910. A number of advertisements adorn the station building walls

Staff at Stratford on Avon station, 1910s
A posed group photograph of staff at Stratford on Avon station, 1910s. They are seated on and standing behind a GWR bench on the platform

The Artist's Father, Reading a Newspaper, 1892. Creator: Albert Engstrom
The Artist's Father, Reading a Newspaper, 1892

Victim of his devotion to duty (colour litho)
2779652 Victim of his devotion to duty (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victim of his devotion to duty)

Le bon chef de gare (colour litho)
3097811 Le bon chef de gare (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le bon chef de gare. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 17 July 1904.); © Look and Learn

The War, with General Bullers Column at Frere (b / w photo)
1599227 The War, with General Bullers Column at Frere (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, with General Bullers Column at Frere)

Our Special Artist in Egypt, Character Sketches along the Road from Alexandria to Cairo (engraving)
1623906 Our Special Artist in Egypt, Character Sketches along the Road from Alexandria to Cairo (engraving) by English School

A group of Scotland Yard detectives in various disguises seen here before setting out on a special observation mission which resulted in the important capture of a cunning gang of thieves. circa 1905

Tunnel signal - "All right", 1844. Creator: Unknown
Tunnel signal - " All right", 1844. Top-hatted railway worker signalling to a steam locomotive with a flag. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V

Group of 6 Early Stereograph Views of Birmingham, England, 1860s-80s. Creator: Unknown
Group of 6 Early Stereograph Views of Birmingham, England, 1860s-80s

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]

Harbour station, Dieppe, c1900. French postcard

A Hitch, 1874. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
A Hitch, 1874. The traffic manager receives with annoyance the station masters report. There was growing disquiet at the number of accidents that happened each year on Britains railway network

Mr David Behar poses on a train for the Dartford Division of Kent Conservative and Union Association Aldershot Tattoo. 1939

Station master at Bishops Lydeard station, Somerset

William Tester, the Margate Stationmaster who was part of the gang that robbed a gold bullion train on the South-eastern railway, on 15 May 1855

Clarbeston Road Station, with charabanc, South Wales
Clarbeston Road Railway Station in Pembrokeshire, South Wales, with a charabanc parked outside, and several people standing looking straight at the camera

George Corbett, Brading Station, Isle of Wight
Mr George Corbett, who was employed all his life on the Isle of Wight railway at Brading Station. At the time of this photograph he had the distinction of being the oldest stationmaster in the world

Izmir, Turkey - Cordelio Railway Station
The Railway Station in the Cordelio (Karsiyaka) suburb of Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey

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"Unveiling the Unsung Heroes: The Station Masters of Yesteryears" Step back in time to Evesham Station, Worcestershire, circa 1910. Amidst the hustle and bustle of steam engines and whistling trains, a figure stands tall - the station master. With his authoritative presence and unwavering dedication, he ensures smooth operations at this vital transportation hub. Traveling further down memory lane, we encounter the dedicated staff at Stratford on Avon station in the 1910s. These unsung heroes tirelessly assist passengers with their luggage and guide them towards their destinations. Their friendly faces bring warmth to weary travelers' hearts. In Agra, 2010, an acrylic masterpiece titled "Railway Flag Man" captures a modern-day station master's vibrant spirit. Through bold strokes of color on canvas, this artwork pays homage to those who navigate railway traffic with precision and ensure passenger safety. Delving into history's dark corners, we stumble upon an engraving depicting Percy Lefroy Mapleton's trial for murder on the Brighton Railway. This haunting image reminds us that even amidst chaos and tragedy, station masters remain steadfast in upholding justice. "The Victim of His Devotion to Duty, " a captivating lithograph portrays a poignant scene where duty consumes its protagonist entirely. It serves as a reminder that these individuals often sacrifice personal lives for the greater good - ensuring our journeys are safe and seamless. Across borders in France lies "Le bon chef de gare, " another colorful lithograph celebrating these guardians of railways worldwide. Their commitment transcends language barriers as they diligently serve passengers from all walks of life. The War brings forth General Bullers Column at Frere through black-and-white photography; yet among soldiers stands an unassuming figure - our valiant station master ensuring logistics run smoothly even amidst conflict-ridden times. Journeying beyond boundaries is Our Special Artist in Egypt who sketches characterful scenes along the road from Alexandria to Cairo.