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"The Erecting Shop, "Grand Junction Railway Engine-Works, at Crewe (engraving)
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"The Erecting Shop, "Grand Junction Railway Engine-Works, at Crewe (engraving)
1618010 " The Erecting Shop, " Grand Junction Railway Engine-Works, at Crewe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Erecting Shop, " Grand Junction Railway Engine-Works, at Crewe. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 March 1849.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22852616
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cheshire Crewe Erecting Shop Workshop Workshops
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This engraving takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the bustling world of railway engineering. Titled "The Erecting Shop, Grand Junction Railway Engine-Works, at Crewe" this print showcases the heart of locomotive production during that era. The image depicts an expansive workshop filled with towering steam engines in various stages of construction. The intricate details captured by the English School artist transport us to a time when craftsmanship and innovation were at their peak. From every corner of the frame, we witness workers diligently laboring over these magnificent machines, their faces etched with determination and expertise. Located in Cheshire's town of Crewe, known for its rich railway heritage, this particular shop played a crucial role in shaping Britain's transportation network. It served as a hub where skilled engineers meticulously assembled and maintained locomotives that would power trains across vast distances. As we observe this historic scene frozen in time, it is impossible not to marvel at both the scale and complexity of these remarkable creations. This engraving serves as a testament to human ingenuity and dedication to progress. "The Erecting Shop" offers us an extraordinary window into an era defined by industrial advancement—a reminder that even today's cutting-edge technology has roots deeply embedded in our past.
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