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The Continental Boat Express - Southern Railway
The Continental Boat Express - Southern Railway - the up-continental Boat train which runs between Dover and Victoria and is drawn by a Lord Nelson Class locomotive No. 859 " Lord Hood". Date: circa 1934
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Media ID 19601479
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Continental Dover Drawn Express Loco Locomotive Nelson Route Running Runs Southern
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the rich history of rail transportation into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image showcases The Continental Boat Express - Southern Railway, an iconic up-continental Boat train that once ran between Dover and Victoria. Drawn by the powerful Lord Nelson Class locomotive No. 859, "Lord Hood," this print features the legendary Lord Nelson Class locomotive in all its glory as it pulls the elegant boat train. The high-quality canvas print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully showcases the intricate details of this historic moment in railway history. Elevate your interior décor and transport yourself back in time with this stunning piece of rail art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures the essence of travel history with the iconic Continental Boat Express of the Southern Railway, making its way between Dover and Victoria stations in England during the 1930s. The up-continental Boat train was a unique mode of transport that combined the best of both worlds – the speed and efficiency of a train and the comfort of a boat. The train, drawn by the powerful Lord Nelson Class locomotive No. 859, named "Lord Hood," showcases the grandeur of steam-powered transportation. The Lord Nelson Class locomotives were renowned for their impressive size and strength, making them ideal for pulling heavy loads like the Continental Boat Express. The Continental Boat Express was a significant innovation in the rail industry, as it allowed passengers to travel seamlessly between England and the European mainland. The train would ferry passengers and their vehicles across the English Channel from Dover to Calais, and then continue on rails to various destinations in Europe. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the elegance and sophistication of travel during this era. The train's gleaming steam engine, puffs of smoke billowing from its stack, and the pristine carriages create a striking contrast against the lush green landscape. The Continental Boat Express was a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the Southern Railway Company, which aimed to provide its passengers with a convenient and comfortable means of travel to Europe. This photograph is a reminder of a bygone era when travel was an adventure, and the journey was as much a part of the experience as the destination itself.
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