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Fine Art Print : Damaged railway lamps, 1942
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Damaged railway lamps, 1942
These rather forlorn looking lamps appeared in an article from the April 1942 edition of the GWR Magazine. The article looks at the daily toll of damaged and lost locomotive equipment and it called upon employees to make a positive contribution to this loss and damage. During the war there was a shortage of raw materials and unnecessary repairs or replacements took its toll on resources. For example, over 200 lamps a week were arriving at Swindon Works for repair. It was considered an employees " National Duty" to keep the nations transport system running smoothly
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19938955
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Print of the Damaged Railway Lamps, 1942 from the STEAM Museum of the GWR. This evocative image, originally featured in the April 1942 edition of the GWR Magazine, captures the daily toll of war on railway equipment. The forlorn looking lamps, battered and worn, tell a story of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Bring this piece of history into your home and add depth to your decor with this beautiful, museum-quality fine art print.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.9cm x 17.7cm (19.3" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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 poignant print captures the aftermath of war on the railway lamps during 1942. These damaged and forlorn-looking lamps featured in an article from the April edition of the GWR Magazine, shedding light on the daily toll of lost and damaged locomotive equipment. The article urged employees to play their part in minimizing this loss and damage, emphasizing that it was a national duty to keep the nation's transport system running smoothly. During World War II, raw materials were scarce, making unnecessary repairs or replacements a burden on already strained resources. Swindon Works alone saw over 200 lamps arriving each week for repair, highlighting just how crucial it was to conserve every available resource. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of both the challenges faced by railway workers during wartime and their unwavering dedication to maintaining essential transportation infrastructure. It symbolizes not only physical damage but also resilience and determination in adversity. As we reflect upon this image today at STEAM Museum of the GWR, let us remember those who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to ensure our country's vital connections remained intact. Their commitment exemplifies true patriotism – a shared responsibility towards keeping our nation moving forward even amidst turmoil.
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