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Photographic Print : Steam roller accident in Main Street Grampound, Cornwall. Around 1910-1911
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Steam roller accident in Main Street Grampound, Cornwall. Around 1910-1911
An accident where a steam roller from Aveling & Porter of Rochester careered backwards into a house. No one was hurt and the driver lodged for a few nights in the house in the photograph while the engine was repaired. Information to help date the event was provided by Mrs Vera Webb of Grampound. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : GRMgv.4
Media ID 13774354
© From the collection of the RIC
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating historical photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, showcasing an intriguing moment in Grampound, Cornwall's past. Witness the aftermath of a steam roller accident involving an Aveling & Porter machine from Rochester, around 1910-1911. Remarkably, no one was injured during the incident. The driver was left stranded in the house for several nights as depicted in this rare image from the Royal Cornwall Museum. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.2cm (10" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Captured in this vintage print is a remarkable incident that unfolded on Main Street, Grampound, Cornwall around 1910-1911. The chaotic scene depicts an unexpected steam roller accident involving a powerful Aveling & Porter engine from Rochester. In a bizarre turn of events, the massive machine careened backwards with great force and crashed into one of the charming thatched houses lining the street. Miraculously, no injuries were reported during this dramatic mishap. The captivating image offers a glimpse into the aftermath of this peculiar event. As repairs were underway to restore the damaged steam engine, its driver found temporary refuge within the very house it had collided with. This curious detail adds an intriguing twist to an already extraordinary tale. Thanks to Mrs Vera Webb's invaluable recollections from Grampound, historians have been able to piece together crucial information for dating this incident accurately. Although the photographer remains unknown, their lens has immortalized this unique moment in time forever. This photograph not only showcases Cornish architecture and traditional thatch roofing but also serves as a testament to human resilience and fortune amidst unforeseen circumstances. It stands as a reminder of how even in moments of chaos and destruction, there can be stories of survival and unexpected connections between man-made marvels like steam engines and humble homes.
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