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Hungerford station, c. 1906
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Hungerford station, c. 1906
Staff and passengers pose alongside steam rail motor no.74 whilst it is stopped at Hungerford station. This photo was proably taken not long after no.74 was built
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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1900s Berkshire Edwardian Staff Hungerford Railway Staff
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This evocative photograph, captured around 1906 at Hungerford station in Berkshire, offers a glimpse into the past of the Great Western Railway (GWR) era. The image features steam rail motor No.74, a remarkable piece of engineering from the early 1900s, as it comes to a halt at the station. The railmotor, a precursor to the diesel multiple unit trains of later years, was a revolutionary design for its time, allowing for greater flexibility and autonomy in railway operations. The scene is filled with the bustling activity of the Edwardian era. Staff members in their smart uniforms, including the driver and fireman, pose proudly alongside the railmotor, their expressions reflecting a sense of pride and accomplishment. Passengers, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, wait patiently on the platform, their curiosity piqued by the new technology that has brought them closer to their destinations. The photograph captures the essence of an era long past, a time when steam power ruled the rails and the romance of travel by train was at its zenith. The intricate details of the railmotor, from the ornate latticework of the boiler to the polished brass fittings, are on full display, a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the engineers who designed and built these marvels of engineering. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, to a world where the rhythmic chugging of steam engines and the sound of whistles filled the air, and the promise of adventure lay just beyond the station platform.
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