Light Railway Collection

Delivery at Selsey c. 1933
Ford railcar set on the curve at Selsey Station with livestock, goods and empty milk churns being unloaded from the centre wagon. The Selsey Tramway opened in 1897 and formed part of Col

British loading pontoon boats with ammunition, 22 Apr 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
British loading pontoon boats with ammunition, 22 Apr 1917. British Royal Artillery gunners loading pontoon boats on the River Scarpe with shells near a light railway engine passing on the line near

The Impending Imperial Durbar, Preparations at Delhi (b / w photo)
1601388 The Impending Imperial Durbar, Preparations at Delhi (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Impending Imperial Durbar, Preparations at Delhi)

Soldiers making up a fatigue party seen here landing stores from a lighter whilst engineers construct a light railway at " A" West Beach, Suvla Point. Circa May 1915

British soldiers and engineers working on the quay at Suvla Bay just a day before the evacuation. Normal working routines where kept up right until the evacuation to deceive the enemy

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England, Kent, Romney Marsh, Dungeness, The Light Railway Cafe

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China, Shanghai, Light Railway train leaving Caoxi Road station in south Shanghai in the early morning with cars and buses at spaghetti junction

London Underground
30th July 1912: The Central London Railway extension at Liverpool Street Station, showing the west crossover, 100 yards from the station. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

The first steam railroad train in America ?TopFoto

Trams on the Jerusalem Light Rail C014 / 1427
Trams on the Jerusalem Light Rail. This light rail network was constructed between 2002 and 2010. It began operating in 2011

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"Tracing the Tracks of Time: A Journey through Light Railways" Step back in time to Selsey, circa 1933, as a light railway arrives with its precious cargo. The delivery at this quaint town unveils a glimpse into an era when these railways were lifelines for communities. In another corner of the world, preparations are underway for the Imperial Durbar in Delhi. An intriguing black and white photograph captures the anticipation surrounding this grand event. Meanwhile, soldiers tirelessly unload supplies from a lighter onto land, showcasing their dedication and resilience. Across continents, British soldiers and engineers toil on the quay at Suvla Bay just days before an important mission. Their efforts contribute to ensuring that vital resources reach their destination promptly. Traveling further back in time reveals captivating stereoviews from World War One. These realistic military photographs depict Royal Operating Division pushing forward a light railway through an old canal at Lens. Witness how these ingenious railways played a crucial role in supplying front-line troops during wartime. Venturing beyond war zones brings us to Tel Deweir Lachish temple from the XVIII-XIX dynasty period. Here, against an ancient backdrop, we find traces of early transportation systems that paved the way for modern-day light rail networks. Fast forward to bustling London Underground stations where millions commute daily beneath city streets using this efficient mode of transport. The iconic red trains have become synonymous with urban mobility and connectivity. Across oceans lies America's pioneering spirit captured by TopFoto's image -the first steam railroad train chugging along tracks that would revolutionize transportation forevermore. Finally, we arrive in Jerusalem amidst trams gliding gracefully along its Light Rail network today -a testament to progress blending harmoniously with history's tapestry. From humble beginnings delivering goods at Selsey c. 1933 to serving as lifelines during wars or facilitating seamless urban travel today –light railways have left indelible marks on our collective journey through time.