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Penweathers Viaduct, near Truro, Cornwall. Before 12th October 1926
Filename: TRURI-RYpwt-8.tiff
Size: 7843 x 6530 (51MB)
Date: 30th August 2016
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.263195, -5.051041
© From the collection of the RIC
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Penweathers Viaduct, near Truro, Cornwall. Before 12th October 1926
The original Brunel viaduct almost filled in to track level. This timber fan-structure and stone viaduct was replaced by the embankment on 12th October 1926. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : RYpwt.8
Media ID 12491621
© From the collection of the RIC
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This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back in time to witness the transformation of Penweathers Viaduct, near Truro, Cornwall. The image captures a significant moment before the 12th of October 1926 when the original Brunel viaduct was almost entirely filled in to track level. In its place, we see a remarkable timber fan-structure and stone viaduct that would soon be replaced by an impressive embankment. The photographer behind this snapshot is none other than Arthur William Jordan, whose skilled eye has immortalized this pivotal construction project undertaken by the Great Western Railway (GWR). As we gaze upon this historical scene, it becomes evident that every detail has been meticulously captured - from the intricate wooden beams forming a delicate fan-like structure to the sturdy stone pillars supporting them. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess during an era defined by ambitious railway projects. It transports us back to a time when progress meant reshaping landscapes and overcoming formidable challenges. The impending replacement of this magnificent timber and stone marvel with an embankment hints at both nostalgia for what once stood and anticipation for what lies ahead. As we admire this visual treasure preserved within the Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, let us reflect on how such images connect us with our past while inspiring future generations to continue pushing boundaries in pursuit of progress.
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