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Cambridge railway station-arrival of voters 1847
Cambridge railway station and the arrival of all male voters for the Cambridge chancellorship election during the 19th century.
1847
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1840s 1847 Cabs Cambridge Election Hansom Jul19 Voters Waiting
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_Cambridge Railway Station: The Arrival of Voters for the Chancellorship Election, 1847_ This evocative image, captured by the Illustrated London News in 1847, depicts the bustling scene at Cambridge Railway Station during the height of the 19th century. The photograph captures a pivotal moment in British history, as the country transitioned from horse-drawn transportation to the modern railway system. The focus of this scene is the arrival of voters for the Cambridge Chancellorship election. The men, dressed in their finest attire, are seen disembarking from trains and making their way to the polling station. The railway had revolutionized the way people traveled, making it easier and faster for voters to reach their destinations, and this was particularly significant during elections. The railway station itself is a hive of activity, with cabs and hansoms waiting outside to transport the voters to their final destinations. The steam trains, with their billowing smoke and hissing sounds, symbolize the power and might of the new transportation technology. The men in the photograph appear eager and determined, their faces set with concentration and purpose. They are a testament to the importance of the vote and the lengths people were willing to go to exercise their democratic right. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, capturing the excitement and energy of an election day in the 1840s. It serves as a reminder of the profound impact the railway had on transportation and the way it transformed the political landscape of the time. Overall, this photograph is a captivating representation of a pivotal moment in British history, showcasing the intersection of technology, politics, and society during the 19th century._
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