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Upgrading the line OP04913
A Star Class steam locomotive passing along part of the South Devon and Tavistock Railway. This view possibly looking south-west along the stretch of line East of Plymouth near Crabtree or Marsh Mills and beside the River Plym. Part of the Early Photographic Print Collection, included in a batch of photos mostly showing Cornish railway engineering. Date uncertain. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 15045914
Filename: op04913.jpg
Size: 5281 x 3319 (9.3MB)
Date: 24th May 2018
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
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This print showcases the remarkable transformation of the line OP04913, as a majestic Star Class steam locomotive gracefully passes along a section of the South Devon and Tavistock Railway. The view captured in this image possibly gazes southwest, revealing a picturesque stretch of track located east of Plymouth near Crabtree or Marsh Mills, nestled alongside the serene River Plym. Part of Historic England's Early Photographic Print Collection, this photograph offers a glimpse into an era when railway engineering was at its zenith. The date remains uncertain, adding an air of mystery to this historical snapshot. The sheer power and elegance exuded by the steam locomotive is truly awe-inspiring. Its billowing plumes create a mesmerizing contrast against the tranquil backdrop of lush greenery and flowing water. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation in transportation during that time. As we admire this piece from Historic England Archive, it is impossible not to marvel at the intricate craftsmanship involved in creating such magnificent machinery. From every meticulously designed carriage to each precisely engineered component, this photograph encapsulates both artistry and functionality. Let us take a moment to appreciate how far we have come since then while acknowledging our indebtedness to those who paved the way for modern railway systems worldwide.
