Jackaments Bridge Halt, Gloucestershire, c. 1940s
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Jackaments Bridge Halt, Gloucestershire, c. 1940s
A view of Jackaments Bridge Halt near RAF Kemble on the boarder between Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. The small wooden platform opened in July 1939 and closed in September 1948
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 18672509
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1939 1940 1940s 1943 1946 1947 1948 Gloucestershire Halt Second World War Station Wartime World War Ii 1941 1942 1944 1945 Airfield Halts Royal Air Force
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Step back in time with this print of Jackaments Bridge Halt, Gloucestershire, taken in the 1940s. Nestled near RAF Kemble on the border between Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, this quaint wooden platform served as a vital link during World War II. Opened in July 1939, just before the outbreak of war, Jackaments Bridge Halt played a crucial role in supporting military operations. Situated along the Tetbury branch line, it provided easy access to RAF Kemble airfield for personnel and supplies. The Royal Air Force relied heavily on this strategic location throughout the war years. As you gaze upon this snapshot from history, imagine the hustle and bustle that once filled these humble surroundings. Soldiers embarking on their journeys to fight for freedom; families bidding tearful farewells; trains chugging away into uncertainty. Sadly, like many wartime structures, Jackaments Bridge Halt closed its doors in September 1948 as peace settled over Europe once more. Yet its memory lives on through photographs such as these—reminders of an era defined by sacrifice and resilience. This print is not just a piece of art but also a testament to our shared history. It serves as a poignant reminder of how transportation hubs like Jackaments Bridge Halt played an integral part in shaping our nation's past.
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