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George Stephensons locomotive, the Rocket
George Stephensons locomotive, the Rocket, which won a prize given by the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Company
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1820s 1829 Funnel Invention Liverpool Loco Locomotive Manchester Prize Rocket Stephenson Technology Track Winner
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the stunning photographic print of George Stephenson's legendary locomotive, the Rocket, from our Media Storehouse collection. Captured by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating image transports you back in time to the 1829 Rainhill Trials, where the Rocket secured its place in history by winning the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Company's competition for the fastest and most efficient locomotive. Bring the rich heritage of the railway era into your home or office with this exquisite, high-quality print, and let the story of innovation and progress unfold before your eyes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.7cm (11" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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George Stephenson's Locomotive, The Rocket: A Pioneering Invention that Revolutionized Transportation in 19th-Century Britain This image showcases George Stephenson's groundbreaking locomotive, The Rocket, which made history in 1829 by winning the Rainhill Trials, a competition organized by the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Company to determine the most efficient and practical steam-powered locomotive for their new railway line. The Rocket, with its distinctive funnel and streamlined design, represented a significant leap forward in transportation technology. Its innovative features, such as the outside cylinders, the use of cast iron for the boiler, and the adoption of a Belpaire firebox, allowed it to outperform its competitors, achieving impressive speeds of up to 25 miles per hour. The Rainhill Trials marked a turning point in the development of the railway system, as steam locomotives began to replace horse-drawn carriages and revolutionize the way goods and passengers were transported over long distances. This photograph, taken in the 1820s, captures the essence of a pivotal moment in history, when Britain's industrial revolution was gathering momentum and the age of steam-powered transportation was born. The Rocket's success not only established Stephenson as a pioneering inventor but also paved the way for the widespread adoption of steam locomotives, shaping the future of transportation and leaving a lasting impact on the world.
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