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Potters Bar railway accident on 10th February 1946
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Potters Bar railway accident on 10th February 1946
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
10th 1946 Accident Crash Potters
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This evocative lantern slide depicts the aftermath of the devastating Potters Bar railway accident that occurred on 10th February 1946. The Victorian-era railway station at Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, England, lies in ruins in the foreground, with debris and twisted metal scattered across the scene. Smoke rises from the wreckage, and in the distance, emergency responders and onlookers gather. The Potters Bar railway accident was a tragic event that took place when an express train from London collided with a stationary local train. The accident resulted in the deaths of 28 people and over 170 injuries. The cause of the collision was attributed to a faulty points system, which failed to divert the oncoming express train onto the correct track. This vintage lantern slide, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a poignant glimpse into the past. The image captures the shock and devastation that followed the accident, and serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and reliability in railway transportation. The Edwardian-era station, with its red brick facade and ornate detailing, stands in stark contrast to the chaos and destruction that surrounds it. The lantern slide also underscores the historical significance of this event, which marked a turning point in the development of railway safety measures. In the years following the Potters Bar accident, extensive safety improvements were made to the railway network, including the installation of automatic points and the implementation of more rigorous safety inspections. This lantern slide is not only a poignant reminder of a tragic event but also a testament to the resilience and determination of those who worked to make railway travel safer for future generations.
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