Great Eastern Loco
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Great Eastern Loco
Locomotive 10 of the Great Eastern Railway
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This evocative photograph captures the powerful presence of Locomotive 10, a Great Eastern Railway (GER) engine, as it stands proudly at a railway station in early 1900s Britain. The Great Eastern Railway was a major railway company that operated in East Anglia and London from 1862 until 1943. This particular locomotive, with its distinctive design and intricate details, is a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. Locomotive 10, also known as the '10 Pom' or '10-Wheeler,' was a class Q1 2-10-0 locomotive, meaning it had two leading wheels, ten driving wheels, and no trailing wheels. It was designed by the renowned locomotive engineer, Nigel Gresley, and was one of the most powerful and efficient locomotives of its time. The photograph showcases the locomotive's impressive size and robustness, with its large boiler and tall chimney dominating the scene. The steam billowing from the chimney adds to the sense of motion and energy, while the station platform and railway tracks in the background provide a sense of context and history. The intricate details of the locomotive's design are on full display, from the decorative patterns on the boiler to the various valves, pipes, and levers that control the engine's functions. The photograph also captures the texture and patina of the locomotive's metal surface, which bears the marks of use and wear from years of service on the railway. This photograph is not only a stunning piece of railway history but also a reminder of the important role that locomotives played in shaping the transport landscape of Britain and the world. It is a window into the past, offering a glimpse into a time when steam power reigned supreme and the railway was a marvel of modern technology.
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