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WELSH TRAM
The large double-decker tram of the Swansea and Mumbles Railway, Glamorgan, Wales. They were the largest trams in UK service
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Decker Double Electric Glamorgan Mumbles Route Swansea Trams Tram
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1. Title: "A Ride Through Time: The Majestic Welsh Tram of Swansea and Mumbles Railway, Glamorgan, Wales" 2.. This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era in Welsh transportation history. The image features the impressive double-decker tram of the Swansea and Mumbles Railway, a historic electric tramway that once connected Swansea and the picturesque seaside town of Mumbles in Glamorgan, Wales. 3. The Swansea and Mumbles Railway, established in 1885, was renowned for its large double-decker trams, which were the largest in the United Kingdom at the time. These trams, with their distinctive design and imposing presence, were a common sight on the streets of Swansea and Mumbles throughout the 1950s. 4. The tram in this photograph, adorned with its elegant wooden panels and open-air upper deck, exudes an air of nostalgia and charm. The passengers, dressed in period attire, seem to be enjoying their journey, oblivious to the passage of time. 5. The Swansea and Mumbles Railway was the first electric tramway in Wales and the third in the United Kingdom. It played a significant role in the transportation history of Wales, providing a vital link between Swansea and Mumbles for over 70 years. 6. The railway's closure in 1960 marked the end of an era in Welsh transportation history. However, the legacy of the Swansea and Mumbles Railway lives on, with its trams continuing to inspire a sense of wonder and nostalgia among history enthusiasts and transport aficionados. 7. This photograph, taken in the 1950s, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the Swansea and Mumbles Railway's large double-decker trams were the pride of Wales. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving our transportation history for future generations.
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