Steam locomotive, the County of Oxford
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Steam locomotive, the County of Oxford
Steam locomotive, with coal truck and passenger carriages, 1023, the County of Oxford. Date: circa 1960s
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Media ID 14196217
© Mary Evans Picture Library/ANDREW BESLEY
1023 Carriages Coal Loco Locomotive Oxford Platform Track Tracks Truck
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of railway travel in the 1960s, as the steam locomotive, County of Oxford, chugs along the tracks with a coal truck and a string of passenger carriages in tow. The Great Western Railway's (GWR) 1023 County of Oxford, a magnificent example of engineering from the past, belches out plumes of steam as it gains momentum. The locomotive's powerful presence is a stark contrast to the tranquil countryside that surrounds the railway line. Passengers, dressed in their Sunday best, wait patiently at the platform, their anticipation palpable as they prepare to board the train. The station, with its red-brick buildings and quaint architecture, is a testament to the rich history of rail transport. The County of Oxford, with its distinctive green and cream livery, was a popular locomotive on the GWR network, known for its reliability and impressive performance. The coal truck, an essential component of steam locomotives, is visible in the background, loaded with fuel to keep the engine running. The tracks stretch out into the distance, disappearing into the horizon, a reminder of the vast network of railways that once crisscrossed the country, connecting communities and facilitating travel and commerce. This photograph is a window into the past, a glimpse into a bygone era when steam trains ruled the rails, and the romance of railway travel was at its peak. The County of Oxford and its entourage of carriages, coal truck, and station platform transport us back in time, offering a nostalgic journey through the annals of railway history.
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