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Locomotive no 103 La France Glehn compound engine
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Locomotive no 103 La France Glehn compound engine
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This photograph showcases Locomotive No. 103 La France Glehn, a compound steam engine that once graced the rails of the Great Western Railway (GWR) in the late 19th century. The engine, named after the French manufacturer who built it, is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the steam locomotive era. The La France Glehn is a compound engine, meaning that it uses two or more stages of expansion to convert steam energy into mechanical work. This design was more efficient than simple expansion engines, allowing for greater power and improved fuel economy. The engine's distinctive appearance is characterized by its large boiler, domed roof, and multiple cylinders arranged in a Watts link motion. The photograph captures the engine in its prime, with steam billowing from the stack and the gleaming metalwork reflecting the light. The scene is one of industry and progress, as the engine prepares to haul a heavy train through the countryside. The railway tracks stretch out into the distance, disappearing into the horizon, symbolizing the vast network of transportation that connected communities and facilitated the movement of goods and people. The La France Glehn compound engine was a workhorse of the GWR, serving on the Western lines for many years before being retired. Today, it stands as a reminder of the golden age of rail travel, when steam engines ruled the rails and the sound of hissing steam and clanging metal were the soundtrack of progress. This photograph is a tribute to the engineering marvels of the past, and a reminder of the transformative power of transportation in shaping our world.
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