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Locomotion by George Stephenson, 1825
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Locomotion by George Stephenson, 1825
Locomotion was the first locomotive engine built by George Stephenson, 1825. Shown at the Centenary celebrations. Date: 1965
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1825 1965 Celebrations Centenary Locomotion Locomotive Railways Shown Stephenson Unknown
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This photograph captures the historic Locomotion steam engine, the first locomotive engine ever built by the pioneering inventor George Stephenson in 1825. The image was taken during the Centenary celebrations held in 1965, marking the significant milestone of one hundred years since the Locomotion's groundbreaking debut in the railway industry. George Stephenson's Locomotion engine revolutionized transportation by providing a powerful and efficient means of pulling trains, breaking the limitations of horse-drawn carriages. This engine, with its distinctive funnel and large driving wheels, set the stage for the development of modern railways and transformed the way goods and people were transported over long distances. The photograph shows the Locomotion engine in all its glory, proudly displayed for the Centenary celebrations. The intricate details of the engine's design are evident, from the boiler and cylinders to the wheels and connecting rods. The steam billowing from the chimney adds to the sense of power and motion, while the crowd in the background gives a sense of the historical significance of the moment. The Locomotion engine's impact on transportation and engineering cannot be overstated. Its invention paved the way for the expansion of railways across the world and the development of more advanced locomotives and trains. This photograph serves as a testament to George Stephenson's ingenuity and the transformative power of innovation.
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