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The stub of the old Newmarket line used as a head shunt and for carriage storage
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The stub of the old Newmarket line used as a head shunt and for carriage storage
The stub of the old Newmarket line used as a head shunt and for carriage storage; permanent way materials stored on the left. Cattle wagons stand on a siding serving extensive pens. In the foreground is main line composite carriage no. 327, built in 1880 to diagram 200
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1911 Carriage Imagination Works Locomotive National Railway Museum Railway Sep13 Sep13 12 Sidings Station Steam Locomotive Tracks Train Transport Wagon
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This print from the National Railway Museum takes us back to 1911, at Cambridge Station. The image showcases the remnants of the old Newmarket line, now serving as a head shunt and carriage storage area. On the left side, permanent way materials are neatly stacked, waiting for their next use on the tracks. The scene is bustling with activity as cattle wagons stand on a siding nearby, ready to transport livestock from extensive pens. It's fascinating to witness how essential railways were in facilitating not only human transportation but also animal logistics. In the foreground stands main line composite carriage no. 327, an elegant piece of craftsmanship built in 1880 according to diagram 200 specifications. Its timeless design hints at a bygone era when train travel was synonymous with luxury and style. Imagination works its magic as we envision steam locomotives chugging along these tracks, transporting passengers and goods across vast distances. This photograph transports us back in time and allows us to appreciate the intricate network that formed our railway system. As we admire this snapshot frozen in history, let's acknowledge the significance of these railways in shaping our modern world – connecting people and places while revolutionizing transportation forever.
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