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Great Eastern Railways Locomotive works at Stratford
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Great Eastern Railways Locomotive works at Stratford
A view along the north side of the Great Eastern Railway?s Locomotive works at Stratford (East London) May 1864 with William Henry Maw, then Head of the Drawing office, seated on the axle of a carriage or wagon wheel set, with his colleague James Kitson further back. In the background is The Railway Tavern public house (which is still extant) and dwellings in the Angel Place area. Date: 1864
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1864 Angel Area Axle Colleague Dwellings Locomotive Office Railways Stratford Tavern Unknown Wagon Wheel Extant Kitson
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In this photograph taken in May 1864, we are transported back in time to the Great Eastern Railways Locomotive works at Stratford, East London. The view is taken from the north side of the works, with the Head of the Drawing office, William Henry Maw, seated on the axle of a carriage or wagon wheel set. His colleague, James Kitson, is seen in the background, further back. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of the railways during the Victorian era. The scene is bustling with activity, with various locomotives and wagons visible in the foreground, and the sound of clanging metal and hissing steam filling the air. In the background, we can see The Railway Tavern public house, which still stands today as a testament to the rich railway history of Stratford. The dwellings in the Angel Place area are also visible, providing homes for the workers and their families. William Henry Maw, a key figure in the railway industry, is seen seated casually on the axle of a wheel set. His relaxed demeanor contrasts with the industrious activity around him, highlighting the balance between work and leisure in the lives of the railway workers. This photograph is a valuable record of the Great Eastern Railways Locomotive works at Stratford during a pivotal period in the development of the railway network in East London. It offers a unique insight into the people and processes that shaped the railway industry during the Victorian era.
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