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Photographic Print : Steam locomotives undergoing repair in A Shop in 1957
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Steam locomotives undergoing repair in A Shop in 1957
Steam locomotives undergoing repair in A shop in 28th September 1957. The replica Broad Gauge locomotive North Star is on its plinth in the centre of the image
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 5386024
1967 A Shop Broad Gauge Swindon Works North Star Repair Steam Locomotives
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring Steam locomotives undergoing repair at the GWR Museum in 1957. Witness the intricate restoration process as skilled mechanics work on these historic engines, with the magnificent Broad Gauge locomotive North Star proudly taking centre stage on its plinth. A must-have for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this evocative image brings the golden age of steam travel to your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.6cm (10" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of steam locomotive engineering in the late 1950s, as seen in this image taken at Swindon Works on 28th September 1957. The scene unfolds in the heart of the repair shop, where skilled engineers and craftsmen were dedicated to maintaining and restoring the iconic steam engines that once ruled the rails. At the centre of the image, the recently overhauled Broad Gauge locomotive North Star proudly sits atop its plinth, its polished brass and gleaming metalwork gleaming in the soft light. North Star, a replica of a Great Western Railway (GWR) Castle Class engine, was a testament to the enduring passion and expertise of the Swindon Works team. Surrounding North Star, other steam locomotives are undergoing various stages of repair, from minor adjustments to major overhauls. The air is filled with the sounds of hissing steam, clanging metal, and the rhythmic chatter of engineers as they work diligently to keep these historic machines in top condition. The atmosphere in the shop is one of dedication and pride, as the team members take great care in preserving the legacy of steam rail travel. The steam era was coming to an end, but the passion and craftsmanship of the Swindon Works team ensured that these magnificent machines would live on, not just as relics of the past, but as living testaments to the ingenuity and determination of the railway industry.
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