Steam Engine

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Steam Engine

Image from an alphabet book. A steam engine passing a signal box. Artist: Richard James Williams Date: 1919

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Alphabet Passing Signal Williams 1919

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This image from an alphabet book, published in 1919, showcases a steam engine in full throttle as it passes a signal box. The artist, Richard James Williams, masterfully captures the raw power and energy of the steam engine during the Industrial Revolution. The thick plumes of smoke billow out from the engine's stack, contrasting against the clear blue sky. The signal box, a crucial component of the railway system, stands steadfast as the engine approaches, its red signal light indicating that the way is clear. The intricate details of the engine's machinery are on full display, from the large driving wheels to the intricate piping and valves. The steam engine was a marvel of engineering during this era, and this image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an age of innovation and progress. The image's inclusion in an alphabet book underscores the importance of the steam engine in shaping the world around us, making it an essential addition to any collection of historical images or transportation memorabilia.

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