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Photo Mug : Shrewsbury rail accident, showing the roof of the Great Western Railway coach which was piled up on the top of the engine when train left the rails. Date: October 1907
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Shrewsbury rail accident, showing the roof of the Great Western Railway coach which was piled up on the top of the engine when train left the rails. Date: October 1907
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Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Relive history with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic image of the Shrewsbury rail accident. This vintage photograph, taken in October 1907, captures the moment of chaos as the Great Western Railway coach is seen piled high on the engine after the train left the rails. Add a touch of history to your daily routine with this unique and intriguing mug, brought to you by Media Storehouse. Rights managed by Mary Evans Prints Online.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This haunting image captures the aftermath of the Shrewsbury rail accident that occurred in October 1907. The Great Western Railway coach is seen piled up on top of the engine, a grim reminder of the devastating impact when the train left the rails.
The sheer destruction and chaos depicted in this photograph are truly appalling. Wreckage and debris litter the scene, with pieces of metal twisted and mangled beyond recognition. The mail van can be seen crushed under the weight of the overturned coach, a stark symbol of how quickly tragedy can strike in the world of railway transport.
The front cover illustration from London News brings to life the horror and devastation that unfolded on that fateful day in October 1907. It serves as a sobering reminder of just how fragile our existence can be when we entrust our lives to machines hurtling through space at high speeds.
As we gaze upon this image, let us take a moment to reflect on those who lost their lives or were injured in this tragic event. May their memory serve as a cautionary tale for future generations about the importance of safety and vigilance when it comes to rail travel.
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