Burrell General Purpose Engine number 2706 Admiral Togo

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Burrell General Purpose Engine number 2706 Admiral Togo

Burrell General Purpose Engine number 2706 Admiral Togo, reg. TG 2845, at Stafford on 20 July 1974. Date: 1974

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© The William Kerry Collection / Peter Butt / Mary Evans

1974 Admiral Burrell Purpose Stafford Togo

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This photograph showcases Burrell General Purpose Engine number 2706, affectionately named "Admiral Togo," during its visit to Stafford on the 20th of July, 1974. Registration number TG 2845 adorns the side of this impressive steam-powered behemoth, a testament to its history and provenance. The Burrell Company, renowned for its high-quality general purpose engines, produced this engine in the 1970s, a time when steam transport continued to play a significant role in various industries. The image captures the essence of the 70s, with the distinctive steam plume rising into the sky, contrasting against the lush green foliage and blue backdrop. The engine's intricate details, from its large wheels to its ornate boiler, are on full display, highlighting the engineering prowess of the era. The scene is completed by the crowd of onlookers, their expressions filled with awe and admiration for the magnificent machine before them. Burrell General Purpose Engine number 2706 "Admiral Togo" stands as a symbol of the past, a reminder of the ingenuity and determination that drove the transportation industry during the 1970s. This photograph, from The William Kerry Collection, offers a unique glimpse into a bygone era, inviting us to appreciate the beauty and power of steam transport.

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