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At work on the line at Saltash

Coversion from broad to narrow gauge on the Great Western Railway. Players and Surfacemen at work in the early morning on the line at Saltash

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1892 28th B Road Gauge Morning Narrow Players Saltash


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This photograph, taken in December 1892, captures the early morning scene at Saltash on the Great Western Railway during the conversion from broad to narrow gauge. The image showcases a group of dedicated workers, both players and surfacemen, focused intently on their tasks along the railway line. The broad gauge tracks, which were wider than standard gauge tracks, were being replaced with the narrower gauge tracks, a significant engineering project that required meticulous attention to detail and precise execution. The 07 class locomotive, a mainstay of the Great Western Railway fleet, can be seen in the background, its steam plume rising into the crisp morning air. The workers, dressed in their heavy coats and hats, are busy at work on the line, shoveling gravel, adjusting tracks, and operating various tools. The narrow gauge rails, imported from Belgium, are being carefully laid, each one meticulously placed to ensure a seamless transition between the old and new gauges. The conversion project was a complex and challenging undertaking, requiring the coordinated efforts of many skilled workers and engineers. The early hours of the morning offered the best working conditions, with the cool temperatures making the laborious tasks more manageable. The scene in this photograph is a testament to the determination and hard work that went into modernizing the railway network, paving the way for more efficient and faster transportation. This historical image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the conversion from broad to narrow gauge was a major engineering feat, and the railway was a vital artery of transportation and commerce.

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