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High-Street, Barnstaple, 1854. Creator: Unknown
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High-Street, Barnstaple, 1854. Creator: Unknown
High-Street, Barnstaple, 1854. Celebrations at the opening of the North Devon Railway. The day was set aside for general rejoicing throughout the whole district...A procession, headed by a troop of the North Devon Mounted Rifles, then formed, which included the Mayors and Town-councils of Exeter, Barnstaple, Bideford, Torrington, Southmolton, the Lodge of Odd Fellows and Freemasons, trades unions, railway directors, magistrates and gentry of the county, accompanied by several bands of music, and appropriate flags, banners, and devices. The procession marched through the principal streets of the town, which were spanned by triumphal arches, gaily decorated, and crowded with thousands of spectators, who came from far and near to witness the arrival of the first train'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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This photograph print, hailing from the quaint town of Barnstaple in Devon, England, dates back to 1854. The image, captured by an unknown photographer, immortalizes the jubilant atmosphere that engulfed the town on the momentous occasion of the North Devon Railway's grand opening. The day was marked by widespread celebrations throughout the district, as evidenced by the throngs of people gathered in the High-Street. A grand procession, spearheaded by a troop of the North Devon Mounted Rifles, made its way through the town. The parade included mayors and town-councils from Exeter, Barnstaple, Bideford, Torrington, and Southmolton, as well as the Lodge of Odd Fellows and Freemasons, trades unions, railway directors, magistrates, and gentry of the county. Several bands of music accompanied the procession, adding to the festive air. The principal streets of Barnstaple were adorned with triumphal arches, gaily decorated, and teeming with thousands of spectators who had come from near and far to witness the arrival of the first train. The excitement was palpable as the railway, a symbol of progress and modernization, was set to revolutionize transportation in the region. This evocative image, originally published in the Illustrated London News, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a window into the rich history and vibrant civilisation of 19th century Britain.
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