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Olive Mount Cutting
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Olive Mount Cutting
LIVERPOOL-MANCHESTER RAILWAY The Olive Mount cutting. Date: circa 1831
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Media ID 14271067
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1831 Cutting Liverpool Manchester Mount Olive
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This print depicts the Olive Mount Cutting, a remarkable engineering feat of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, which revolutionized transportation in Britain during the early 19th century. Circa 1831, this image offers a glimpse into the nascent era of rail travel, showcasing the intricate details of the railway's infrastructure. The Olive Mount Cutting, located in the picturesque town of Aintree, near Liverpool, was a critical section of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway line. This cutting, carved into the natural landscape, allowed the railway to navigate a steep incline, ensuring the smooth flow of trains between the bustling ports of Liverpool and the industrial powerhouse of Manchester. The print reveals the meticulous planning and execution of the railway's construction. The steep embankments on either side of the cutting are held in place by an impressive retaining wall, while the railway tracks wind their way through the cutting, disappearing into the distance. The natural beauty of the surrounding landscape is juxtaposed with the industrial might of the railway, highlighting the harmony between nature and progress. The Olive Mount Cutting represents a pivotal moment in British history, as the Liverpool and Manchester Railway was the world's first inter-city passenger railway. Its opening in 1830 marked the beginning of the railway age, forever changing the way people and goods were transported across long distances. This print serves as a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the engineers and visionaries who brought this revolutionary mode of transport to life.
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