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The 1T57 "Fifteen Guinea Special", the last main-line passenger train to be
The 1T57 " Fifteen Guinea Special", the last main-line passenger train to be hauled by steam locomotive power on British Rail on 11th August 1968 before the introduction of a steam ban that started the following day.
It was a special rail tour excursion train organised for the occasion from Liverpool via Manchester to Carlisle and back, and was pulled by four different steam locomotives in turn during the four legs of the journey.
Picture shows: The train, hauled by the LMS Stanier Class 5 locomotive 45110, iback at Lime Street Station after completing the second leg of the return journey from Manchester Victoria.
11th August 1968
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
England
Media ID 21805821
© Mirrorpix
Carriages Historic Nostalgic Rail Railways Steam Train 1968
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the 1T57 "Fifteen Guinea Special" - a captivating snapshot of railway history. Witness the last main-line passenger train to be hauled by a steam locomotive on British Rail, as it gracefully makes its way down the tracks on 11th August 1968. This evocative print, sourced from Mirrorpix, is a must-have for any railway enthusiast or history buff, transporting you back to an era of steam power and nostalgia. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19.5cm (12" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to a momentous day in British railway history. It captures the iconic 1T57 "Fifteen Guinea Special", the very last main-line passenger train to be hauled by steam locomotive power on British Rail. On August 11th, 1968, this historic rail tour excursion embarked on a journey from Liverpool via Manchester to Carlisle and back. The image showcases the magnificent LMS Stanier Class 5 locomotive, numbered as 45110, proudly pulling the train as it arrives at Lime Street Station after completing its second leg of the return journey from Manchester Victoria. The sight of this majestic steam engine against the backdrop of bustling crowds and vintage carriages evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the significance that railways held in transporting people across vast distances during the mid-20th century. This photograph symbolizes not only a farewell to steam-powered trains but also serves as a testament to our enduring fascination with these remarkable machines. Memory Lane Prints has expertly captured this historical moment through their lens, allowing us all to relive and appreciate an important chapter in transportation history. Whether you are a railway enthusiast or simply captivated by moments that shaped our past, this print is sure to evoke feelings of awe and admiration for both technology and human ingenuity.
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