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Harlow station, view looking west. Note the gas works left centre served by a turntable
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Harlow station, view looking west. Note the gas works left centre served by a turntable
Harlow station, view looking west. Note the gas works left centre served by a turntable from down siding
National Railway Museum is the home of iconic locomotives. Our historic prints reflect the age and quality of the original artwork we hold to preserve their artistic character, including authentic colour reproduction, marks and creases.
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1911 Imagination Works Locomotive National Railway Museum Railway Sep13 Sep13 12 Station Steam Locomotive Tracks Train Transport
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This print from the National Railway Museum takes us back in time to Harlow station in 1911. The view looking west showcases a bustling railway scene, with its intricate details telling stories of a bygone era. In the foreground, we see a steam locomotive proudly standing on the tracks, ready to embark on its next journey. Its billowing smoke adds an air of nostalgia to the image, reminding us of the power and majesty that once defined train travel. To the left center of the frame, our attention is drawn towards an intriguing structure - the gas works. This industrial marvel served as a vital hub for energy production during that time period. Notably, it was connected to a turntable via a down siding, allowing for efficient transportation and distribution of resources. Further along in this tableau lies Harlow station's cattle dock. A reminder of how integral railways were in facilitating livestock transportation across vast distances. As we take in this snapshot frozen in time, our imagination runs wild with thoughts of passengers eagerly awaiting their trains or workers diligently tending to their duties amidst all these sights and sounds. The National Railway Museum has expertly preserved this momentous piece of history for generations to come. It serves as both a testament to human ingenuity and progress while also evoking feelings of nostalgia for simpler times when steam locomotives ruled the rails.
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