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Christmas card celebrating the record run of the Cheltenham Flyer, 1932
This card, sent for Christmas 1932, celebrates the Worlds Fastest Train. On 12th September 1932 a GWR train hauled by locomotive Montgomery Castle broke the speed record. The train was known as the Cheltenham Flyer. STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway.
Media ID 18214761
Filename: Card no. 3 (a).jpg
Size: 1458 x 1938 (433KB)
Date: 7th November 2012
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: ST2004/80/2
Castle Cheltenham Christmas Card Flyer Montgomery
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Step back in time with this vintage Christmas card, a true testament to the golden age of rail travel. Sent for Christmas 1932, this exquisite print captures the excitement and pride surrounding the record-breaking run of the Cheltenham Flyer. On that historic day, 12th September 1932, a magnificent GWR train powered by the mighty locomotive Montgomery Castle shattered all speed barriers. The Cheltenham Flyer became synonymous with elegance and efficiency as it whisked passengers between London Paddington and Cheltenham Spa at unprecedented speeds. This iconic train was hailed as the World's Fastest Train, an accolade celebrated on this charming holiday card. Adorned with festive decorations and intricate illustrations depicting scenes from its illustrious journey, this card transports us to a time when steam trains ruled supreme. The image showcases Montgomery Castle in all its glory, pulling carriages adorned with wreaths and holly. As we admire this piece of history preserved within STEAM Museum of GWR's collection, let us remember not only the technological marvels achieved but also the joyous spirit that accompanied these advancements during Christmastime. May this cherished memento serve as a reminder of our enduring fascination with innovation and our appreciation for those who made it possible.
