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St Austell, 1860. Cornwall Railway, later Great Western Railway (GWR) at St Austell
Filename: 917_05_0460001212.jpg
Size: 6000 x 3905 (10.7MB)
Date: 28th March 2014
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St Austell, 1860. Cornwall Railway, later Great Western Railway (GWR) at St Austell
St Austell, 1860. Cornwall Railway, later Great Western Railway (GWR) at St Austell, showing one of Isambard Kingdom Brunels (1806-1859) timber viaducts. Built from Kyanzed yellow Baltic pine from Memel, the timberwork had a life of 30 years. Illustration by RT Pentreath for Views of Devonshire and Cornwall by Henry Besley. (Exeter c1860). Engraving
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1806 1859 1860 Baltic Brunel Built C1860 Civil Cornwall Devonshire Engineering Exeter Great Henry Isambard Kingdom Life Pine Rail Railway Timber Transport Views Western Years Yellow Austell Besley Memel Pentreath Viaducts
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1860 in St Austell, Cornwall. It showcases a remarkable feat of engineering by none other than Isambard Kingdom Brunel himself. The photograph captures one of his timber viaducts that was part of the Cornwall Railway, later known as the Great Western Railway (GWR). Constructed using Kyanzed yellow Baltic pine imported from Memel, this viaduct stands as a testament to Brunel's ingenuity and vision. Its timberwork had an impressive lifespan of 30 years before being replaced. The intricate details and craftsmanship are beautifully illustrated in this engraving by RT Pentreath for Henry Besley's book "Views of Devonshire and Cornwall". Transportation enthusiasts will appreciate the significance of this image, as it represents a pivotal moment in railway history. The GWR played a crucial role in connecting various parts of England through its extensive network. As we gaze upon this historic scene, we can't help but marvel at how far we've come since those early days of rail travel. This print serves as a reminder not only of our rich engineering heritage but also the progress made over time
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