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Rail / Chat Moss / 1831
LIVERPOOL - MANCHESTER RAILWAY The railway crosses the Chat Moss peat bog, a major feat of civil engineering on the part of George Stephenson
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1830 1831 Chat Crosses Engineering Feat Liverpool Major Manchester Moss Peat Stephenson
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the stunning "Rail / Chat Moss / 1831" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection of prints, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time to the historic moment when the Liverpool-Manchester Railway, engineered by George Stephenson, daringly crossed the expansive Chat Moss peat bog in 1831. Witness the marvel of early railway engineering as steam trains braved the challenging terrain, forever changing the landscape and connecting two major cities. Add this evocative print to your home or office décor and let the story of railway history unfold before your eyes.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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This photograph print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to 1831, showcasing a significant moment in the annals of British transport history. The image depicts the Liverpool-Manchester Railway, a groundbreaking engineering feat that revolutionized travel between the two major cities. The railway line is seen crossing the expansive Chat Moss peat bog, a challenging terrain that presented a formidable obstacle for the pioneers of railway engineering. The bog, a vast expanse of peat and water, was notorious for its treacherous conditions, making it a major engineering challenge for the team led by the renowned engineer, George Stephenson. Stephenson, a pioneer in the field of railway engineering, had already made a name for himself with the success of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in 1825. However, the Liverpool-Manchester Railway, completed in 1830, was his most ambitious project to date. The railway line, which was the first inter-city line in England, was a major engineering triumph, and the successful crossing of the Chat Moss peat bog was a testament to the ingenuity and determination of Stephenson and his team. The railway line, which was the precursor to the modern railway system, was a game-changer in terms of transportation, reducing the travel time between Liverpool and Manchester from several hours to just over an hour. The image captures the railway line as it cuts through the peat bog, with workers and machinery in the background, providing a glimpse into the monumental effort required to build this engineering marvel. This photograph print is a fascinating window into the past, offering a glimpse into the history of railway engineering and the determination of the pioneers who made it possible to travel between cities with unprecedented speed and ease.
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