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Crewe Locomotive Works OP03587
Filename: op03587.jpg
Size: 4186 x 5439 (69MB)
Date: 9th February 2017
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
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Crewe Locomotive Works OP03587
Crewe Locomotive Works, Forge Street, Crewe, Cheshire. From the L G Fisher Collection, photographed in 1910. Dissolution of a sample of steel for carbon estimation in a laboratory
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Media ID 13280787
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Engineering Industrial Railway Metallurgy
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This print from the Historic England Archive takes us back in time to 1910, capturing a significant moment at Crewe Locomotive Works in Cheshire. The image showcases the bustling industrial scene of Forge Street, where skilled engineers and scientists are hard at work conducting experiments related to metallurgy and chemistry. In this particular frame, we witness a fascinating process unfolding within the laboratory walls. A scientist is seen carefully dissolving a sample of steel for carbon estimation. Surrounded by various scientific instruments and equipment, he meticulously carries out his task with utmost precision. This snapshot offers an intriguing glimpse into the meticulous nature of early engineering practices. The Crewe Locomotive Works was renowned for its contribution to railway development during that era. It served as a hub for innovation and progress, attracting brilliant minds from across disciplines such as engineering and metallurgy. This photograph not only captures their dedication but also highlights the intersection between science and industry. Preserved through time, this print allows us to appreciate the rich history behind Britain's industrial revolution. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of technological advancements while honoring those who paved the way for modern engineering practices.
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