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Photographic Print : Erecting shop at Horwich works, Lancashire, August 1919
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Erecting shop at Horwich works, Lancashire, August 1919
Boilers in the erecting shop at Horwich works. This shop was used for putting together and repairing locomotives, and was well equipped with electrical machinery. Horwich works opened in 1886 as the locomotive works for the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway. This Railway Works mainly built and repaired locomotives, but they also made telegraph and signalling equipment
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Media ID 8340891
© National Railway Museum / Science & Society Picture Libr
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Erecting shop at Horwich works, Lancashire, August 1919" from the National Railway Museum collection. This captivating image transports us back in time to the bustling Horwich works in 1919. Witness the intricate process of erecting boilers in the shop, a crucial step in putting together and repairing locomotives. The well-equipped erecting shop is a testament to the advanced technological advancements of the era, with electrical machinery prominently featured. Bring a piece of railway history into your home or office with this stunning photographic print, a perfect addition to any collection or workspace.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the bustling Horwich works in Lancashire, August 1919. The image showcases the impressive erecting shop, a vital hub for assembling and repairing locomotives during that era. Boilers dominate the scene, standing tall and proud amidst a backdrop of industrial machinery. The Horwich works, established in 1886 as the locomotive works for the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway, played a pivotal role in shaping Britain's railway industry. This facility was not only responsible for constructing and maintaining locomotives but also contributed to telegraph and signalling equipment production. As we delve into this snapshot from history, it becomes evident that efficiency was paramount at Horwich works. The well-equipped shop boasted an array of electrical machinery, highlighting the forward-thinking nature of this establishment even during those early years. Beyond its technical significance, this photograph offers us a glimpse into an era when steam power reigned supreme on railways across Britain. It serves as a testament to the craftsmanship and dedication of countless workers who labored tirelessly within these walls to keep trains running smoothly throughout the country. Preserved by the National Railway Museum today, this print stands as a tribute to Horwich works' rich heritage while reminding us of how far our transportation systems have evolved since those pioneering days.
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