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London & North Western Railway: Articles from the Railway Magazine Archives - The Victorian Era and the Early 20th Century
London & North Western Railway: Articles from the Railway Magazine Archives - The Victorian Era and the Early 20th Century
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This book is a collection of photographs and illustrations from the archives of the London & North Western Railway Society, covering the close of the Victorian Era and the start of the 20th century. It includes personal interviews with F.Harrison and F.W. Webb, as well as notable stations, engine drivers, and Royal Saloons.
\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 392 pages
\n Publication date: 28 March 2021
\n Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
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This book is a magnificent compendium of the London & North Western Railway, presenting a delightful new illustrated history of the Premier Line, sourced from the Railway Magazine archives. Spanning the close of the Victorian Era and the dawn of the 20th century, the 27 chapters encompass a wide range of topics. Personal interviews with F.Harrison (General Manager) and F. W. Webb (CM&EE) provide invaluable insights. Notable stations featured include Birmingham New Street, Carlisle Citadel, Crewe, Euston, Manchester London Road, Preston, and Willesden. The Wolverton Carriage Works and Earlestown Wagon Works are also highlighted. Engine Drivers and Their Duties by C.J. Bowen-Cooke delve into the responsibilities of these skilled individuals. The Irish Mail and the American Special Trains shed light on the railway's international connections. Webb Precedent and Compound Locomotives explore the innovative engineering advancements of the time. Royal Saloons showcase the luxurious accommodations on board the railway's passenger trains. The Opening and Early Years of Three L N W R constituent companies, the Liverpool & Manchester Railway, the Grand Junction Railway, and the London & Birmingham Railway, offer a historical perspective on the railway's origins and growth. The extensive collection of photographs and illustrations, primarily sourced from the archives of the London & North Western Railway Society, elevates this book to a truly special and captivating realm.
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Dimension: 282 x 216 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526781376\n \n
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