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Ipswich station, about1911
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Ipswich station, about1911
Ipswich station, about 1911. View South from goods junction signal box into station showing up through line as centre track. Overall roof to Felixstowe bay platform, recent extension marked by sleeper surface but old style water column. Shunt signal controlling exit to carriage sidings to extreme right in off position
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This print captures Ipswich station in the year 1911, offering a glimpse into the rich history of rail travel. The view from the goods junction signal box showcases the bustling activity within the station as trains pass through on their journeys. In the center track, we can see an impressive overall roof extending towards Felixstowe bay platform, indicating a recent extension marked by sleeper surface. A charming touch of nostalgia is added by the old-style water column that stands proudly amidst its surroundings. To the extreme right, our attention is drawn to a shunt signal controlling exit to carriage sidings; it appears to be in an off position at this moment. This detail further emphasizes how meticulously every aspect of railway transport was managed during this era. The photograph not only highlights the architectural beauty of Ipswich station but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and progress in building such magnificent structures for transportation purposes. It takes us back in time when train stations were vibrant hubs of activity and played a crucial role in connecting people and places across vast distances. Preserved by National Railway Museum, this image invites us to appreciate and reflect upon our transportation heritage while marveling at how far we have come since then.
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