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Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway (engraving)
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Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway (engraving)
1053129 Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway. Illustration for The Graphic, 26 September 1874.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22652568
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving, titled "Anniversary of the Opening of the First English Railway" takes us back to a momentous event in history. The image depicts a grand celebration, reminiscent of a birthday party, as it commemorates the birth of an era that revolutionized transportation. In the foreground, we see an impressive locomotive with six coupled wheels known as "Puffing Billy". Its powerful presence symbolizes progress and innovation. Surrounding it are other locomotives from different periods, including Royal George and George Stephenson's Locomotion. These magnificent machines stand as testaments to human ingenuity and engineering prowess. The scene is filled with excitement and energy. People dressed in Victorian attire gather around the railway tracks, eagerly observing this groundbreaking invention. Their faces reflect awe mixed with anticipation for what lies ahead. This print captures not only a significant historical milestone but also showcases how art can preserve moments that shaped our world. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days when steam-powered locomotives first traversed English soil. As we gaze upon this remarkable engraving from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the birth of railways – an achievement that forever changed our lives by connecting distant places and bringing people closer together.
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