Framed Print : An extraordinary railway accident
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An extraordinary railway accident
A woman is thrown onto a locomotive after a collision with her cart at Shelford, Cambridgeshire. The terrified woman clings onto a rail at the front of the train as it continues to steam along
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1859 Accident Cambridgeshire Collision Extraordinary Locomotive
12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience the thrill of history with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the extraordinary railway accident image by Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the moment of shock and survival as a woman is thrown onto a locomotive after a collision with her cart at Shelford, Cambridgeshire. Her terrified expression and desperate cling to the rail at the front of the train encapsulates the raw power and unpredictability of the railway era. This captivating print is a must-have for railway enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone seeking an intriguing conversation piece for their home or office. Order your Media Storehouse Framed Print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this extraordinary photograph from the past, the aftermath of a devastating railway accident unfolds at Shelford, Cambridgeshire, in September 1859. The image captures a woman, her face etched with terror, clinging onto a rail at the front of a locomotive after a collision with her cart. The scene is one of chaos and destruction, with debris scattered across the tracks and the steam engine belching thick plumes of smoke into the air. The third railways accident in just a few months in the area, this unfortunate incident occurred when the woman, likely a local resident, failed to hear the approaching train due to the heavy rain and thick fog. Unable to move out of the way in time, her cart was struck by the locomotive, sending her flying onto the moving train. Despite the harrowing circumstances, the woman's quick thinking and reflexes saved her life. She managed to grab hold of the rail at the front of the train, preventing herself from being thrown under the wheels. The train continued to steam along, carrying the woman with it for several miles before coming to a stop. This historical photograph is a stark reminder of the dangers and uncertainties that came with the early days of railway travel. The collision at Shelford was a grim reminder of the importance of safety measures and the need for constant vigilance on the part of both train operators and passengers. The image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant and powerful testament to the human spirit and the resilience of those who lived through such harrowing experiences. It offers a unique glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world moved at a different pace and the future was uncertain.
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