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3rd Class Carriage, seats for 5 persons 1860s
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3rd Class Carriage, seats for 5 persons 1860s
Cramped 3rd class train with people practically sitting on one anothers laps. Date: 1860s
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1862 Classes Commute Commuters Commuting Cramped Overcrowded Packed Passengers Railways Seat Seats Travelling Persons
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Step into the past with this evocative image of a cramped 3rd class carriage from the 1860s, as published by Mary Evans Picture Library. The photograph captures the reality of railway travel during the 19th century, a time when trains were the primary mode of long-distance transportation for the working classes. With seats designed for five persons, this carriage appears to be overflowing with more, as people sit practically on one another's laps. The close quarters and lack of personal space were a common experience for commuters during this era. The interior of the carriage is dimly lit, with small windows providing the only natural light. The worn-out seats and rough wooden walls speak to the hardships endured by those who could not afford the luxury of first or second class travel. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of the working classes during the Victorian era. Despite the discomfort and overcrowding, the determination and resilience of the passengers shine through, as they make their way to their destinations, one cramped carriage ride at a time.
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