Sir John Fowler Collection

Trial Trip on the Underground Railway, 1863, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Trial Trip on the Underground Railway, 1863, (c1876). Work on the worlds first underground railway started in 1860, by the Metropolitan Railway under chief engineer John Fowler

The Albert Edward Bridge of the Coalbrookdale Railway over the Severn, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Albert Edward Bridge of the Coalbrookdale Railway over the Severn, [Shropshire], 1864. Engraving...from an excellent photograph taken by Mr. W

Southend and Pier, 1856. Creator: Harvey Orrin Smith
Southend and Pier, 1856....the concluding part [of the London, Tilbury, and Southend Railway], to the terminus at Southend, was opened on Saturday last, March 1st

The London, Tilbury, and Southend Railway - the Purfleet Station, 1856. Creator: Harvey Orrin Smith
The London, Tilbury, and Southend Railway - the Purfleet Station, 1856. The length of the railway is forty-two miles...The construction has been carried on under the joint superintendence of

The Great Forth Bridge, Near Edinburgh, Scotland, 1891. Creator: BW Kilburn
The Great Forth Bridge, Near Edinburgh, Scotland, 1891. Albumen silver print, stereocard

The Forth Bridge; View from South Queensferry, 9 October 1889 (engraving)
6016235 The Forth Bridge; View from South Queensferry, 9 October 1889 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Forth Bridge; View from South Queensferry)

The Forth Bridge; The Fife Cantilever from the West, 2 September 1889 (engraving)
6016232 The Forth Bridge; The Fife Cantilever from the West, 2 September 1889 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Forth Bridge (colour photo)
3094917 Forth Bridge (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Forth Bridge. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Forth Bridge, completed and opened in the Presence of the Prince of Wales, 4 March (engraving)
1626823 The Forth Bridge, completed and opened in the Presence of the Prince of Wales, 4 March (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Forth Bridge)

John Fowler (b / w photo)
815992 John Fowler (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Fowler, (1817-1898), English civil engineer, Sir John Fowler

The Opening of the Forth Bridge by HRH the Prince of Wales (engraving)
1047117 The Opening of the Forth Bridge by HRH the Prince of Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Forth Bridge, Scotland, 1897. Creator: Keystone View Company
Forth Bridge, Scotland, 1897. The Forth Rail Bridge, which spans the Firth of Forth, was built for the North British Railway and opened on 4 March 1890

The Court of the South Kensington Station, c1876. Creator: Unknown
The Court of the South Kensington Station, c1876. Originally called the Brompton exchange, the station was opened on 24 December 1868 by the Metropolitan Railway to designs by Sir John Fowler

Kings Cross Underground Station in 1868, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Kings Cross Underground Station in 1868, (c1876). Work on the worlds first underground railway began in 1860, by the Metropolitan Railway under chief engineer John Fowler

Section of the Holborn Viaduct, Showing the Subways, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Section of the Holborn Viaduct, Showing the Subways, c1876. Work on the worlds first underground railway began in 1860, by the Metropolitan Railway under chief engineer John Fowler

Interior of Subway, Holborn Viaduct, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Interior of Subway, Holborn Viaduct, c1876. Work on the worlds first underground railway began in 1860 by the Metropolitan Railway, under chief engineer John Fowler

Entrance to the Clerkenwell Tunnel from Farringdon Street, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Entrance to the Clerkenwell Tunnel from Farringdon Street, c1876. Work on the worlds first underground railway began in 1860, under chief engineer John Fowler

An Express Train Crossing the Forth Bridge, c1930. Creator: Leslie J. Thompson
An Express Train Crossing the Forth Bridge, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne]

The Forth Bridge in Course of Construction, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The Forth Bridge in Course of Construction, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne]

Prime Minister William Gladstone opens the Metropolitan Railway, London, 1863 (1951). Engineered by John Fowler, the Metropolitan Railway was the first line of what would eventually become the London

Men in Highland dress in front of the Forth Bridge, Scotland. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Men in Highland dress in front of the Forth Bridge, Scotland. The Forth Railway bridge, which spans the Firth of Forth, was built for the North British Railway and opened on 4 March 1890

The Forth Bridge, Scotland. Artist: Excelsior Stereoscopic Tours
The Forth Bridge, Scotland. The Forth Railway bridge, which spans the Firth of Forth, was built for the North British Railway and opened on 4 March 1890

Ploughing by machinery, c1926. Artist: Sir John Fowler
Ploughing by machinery, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 5: Christianity Today and Tomorrow, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

John Fowler, civil engineer, 1882. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
John Fowler, civil engineer, 1882. Together with Benjamin Baker, Fowler (1817-1898) designed the Forth Rail Bridge in Scotland

Forth Railway Bridge from the south-east, Scotland, c1895. This bridge, built for the North British Railway Company, was begun in 1882 and opened on 4 March 1890

The Fife cantilever, c1880s. Showing the construction of the Forth Railway Bridge in Scotland. The bridge crosses the Firth of Forth near Edinburgh

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Sir John Fowler was a renowned British civil engineer who made significant contributions to the development of transportation infrastructure in the 19th century. He played a pivotal role in the construction of iconic structures such as the Forth Bridge and various underground railways. One notable achievement was his involvement in the Trial Trip on the Underground Railway in 1863, which marked a milestone in urban transportation. This event showcased Fowler's innovative engineering skills and set the stage for future advancements in underground transport systems. Another remarkable project he undertook was The Great Forth Bridge near Edinburgh, Scotland. Completed in 1891, this magnificent structure stood as a testament to Fowler's expertise and engineering prowess. Its impressive cantilever design revolutionized bridge construction techniques at that time. Fowler's dedication to excellence is evident through engravings capturing different perspectives of The Forth Bridge; whether it be from South Queensferry or showcasing its Fife Cantilever from the West. These images highlight both his attention to detail and commitment to creating visually stunning yet functional structures. The completion and opening of The Forth Bridge were momentous occasions attended by esteemed guests like HRH Prince of Wales, further solidifying Sir John Fowler's reputation as an accomplished engineer. Engravings depicting these events immortalize his achievements for generations to come. In addition to bridges, Fowler also contributed significantly to railway infrastructure with projects like Kings Cross Underground Station and Holborn Viaduct Subway section. These initiatives improved connectivity within cities while ensuring safe passage for commuters. Throughout his career, Sir John Fowler left an indelible mark on Britain's landscape with his visionary designs and meticulous execution. His black-and-white photographs serve as reminders of his legacy, while color photos capture the grandeur of structures like The Forth Bridge even more vividly. Today, we continue to admire Sir John Fowler's work not only for their architectural brilliance but also for their lasting impact on society.