Colin Morris
Southern National Omnibus Company
Southern National Omnibus Company
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In the 1920s, the railway companies in the South West of England formed the basis for the establishment of two offshoots from the National Omnibus & Transport Co. Ltd., Western National and Southern National. This book outlines the founding of the National Omnibus & Transport Co. and focuses on the history of the Southern National company's operations.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2021
Publisher: Amberley Publishing
The intense rivalry between competing railway companies in the 19th century had a profound impact on the development of the motor-omnibus industry in the South West of England. The GWR and London & South Western Railway, both laying or acquiring extensive networks of lines, fostered territorial allegiances that still resonate today. In the 1920s, these railway companies ventured into the omnibus industry, acquiring stakes in various companies. As a result, two offshoots were formed from the National Omnibus & Transport Co. Ltd.: Western National and Southern National. While these companies shared a common address in Exeter, their boards were comprised of directors from different railway companies.
This book delves into the founding of the National Omnibus & Transport Co., including its express service and Royal Blue subsidiaries, and then focuses on the history of Southern National's operations. It explores the challenges and opportunities faced by these companies as they navigated the evolving landscape of the motor-omnibus industry, ultimately contributing to its growth and development.
The rivalry between the GWR and London & South Western Railway not only shaped the physical infrastructure of the region but also left a lasting legacy in terms of territorial allegiances and industry connections. The establishment of Western National and Southern National as offshoots of the National Omnibus & Transport Co. marked a significant milestone in the history of the motor-omnibus industry, and this book provides valuable insights into the dynamics and developments that shaped this industry during its formative years.
Weight: 390g
Dimension: 165 x 234 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445699684
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