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Photographic Print : The Earl of Bandon cutting the first turf for the Cork and Bandon Railway, 1845
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The Earl of Bandon cutting the first turf for the Cork and Bandon Railway, 1845
The Earl of Bandon cutting the first turf for the Cork and Bandon Railway, 1845. James Bernard, 2nd Earl of Bandon, takes part in a ceremony marking the start of railway construction in Ireland. The turf had previously been loosened by a labourer, and a plank laid down, upon which the whee barrow was to be driven. His Lordship took the spade and drove it into the yielding earth, amidst a mighty shout from the people; he then flung some spadesful into the barrow, and rolled it along the plank, amidst renewed shouts and increased pressure from the crowd; and thus was the Cork and Bandon Railway commenced! From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse photographic print featuring the Earl of Bandon, James Bernard, at the historic moment of the first turf-cutting ceremony for the Cork and Bandon Railway in 1845. This captivating image from Heritage Images transports you to the inception of Ireland's railway era. Add a touch of history to your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality print. Order now and relive the past in stunning detail.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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The Earl of Bandon Commences Construction of the Cork and Bandon Railway, 1845
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. In this print captured by an unknown photographer, we witness a momentous event in Irish history. The image showcases James Bernard, the 2nd Earl of Bandon, as he takes center stage in a grand ceremony marking the commencement of railway construction in Ireland. The scene is set with anticipation as a labourer has already loosened the turf and laid down a sturdy plank for the wheelbarrow to be driven upon. With great dignity and determination, his Lordship grasps the spade firmly and drives it into the yielding earth amidst thunderous cheers from an enthusiastic crowd. As spadeful after spadeful is flung into the waiting barrow, excitement builds among onlookers who eagerly watch its progress along the wooden pathway. The atmosphere becomes electric with renewed shouts and increased pressure from those gathered around. This historic moment signifies not only progress but also represents a significant leap forward for transportation in Ireland during this era. It symbolizes how civil engineering marvels can connect people across vast distances while fostering economic growth within communities. Preserved through time by "Illustrated London News" in their 1845 publication, this remarkable engraving captures both men and women alike witnessing this monumental occasion. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity, perseverance, and collaboration that shaped our world's transport systems. Through this evocative image, we are transported back to an era when railways were more than just tracks; they were symbols of hope for better connectivity between towns and cities throughout Britain's green countryside.
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