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Paddington Station, 1913
Filename: Harry Collection Paddington.jpg
Size: 3372 x 2808 (1.8MB)
Date: 10th June 2013
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: Harry Collection
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Paddington Station, 1913
Passengers board Windsor Royal Garden Party trains on Platforms 4 and 5 at Paddington Station in 1913. The County of Wilts locomotive can be see to the left of the image
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Media ID 8683687
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London Paddington Paddington Station Platform 5 Station Platform 4
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This photograph, taken at Paddington Station in London in the year 1913, offers a glimpse into the past of rail travel in the United Kingdom. The image captures the bustling activity on Platforms 4 and 5, where passengers eagerly board the Windsor Royal Garden Party trains. Their excitement is palpable as they prepare for a day of leisure and enjoyment at the annual event. To the left of the platform, the County of Wilts locomotive stands proudly, ready to pull the next train. The intricate details of the steam engine, from its polished metal body to the delicate etchings on its sides, are a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. The station, with its grand architecture and bustling activity, is a hive of energy and anticipation. Paddington Station, a major transportation hub in London, was a vital link in the network of railways that connected different parts of the country. The Great Western Railway (GWR), which operated the trains in this photograph, played a significant role in making rail travel accessible to the masses. This photograph is a reminder of the golden age of rail travel, when journeys were an adventure, and the simple pleasure of boarding a train could transport you to new experiences and memories. The steam engine, with its powerful presence and the promise of new destinations, continues to be a symbol of the romance and allure of rail travel. This photograph, taken over a century ago, remains a captivating reminder of a bygone era and the magic of rail travel.
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