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Box tunnel showing the West Portal - Box Tunnel is a railway tunnel in western England
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Box tunnel showing the West Portal - Box Tunnel is a railway tunnel in western England
Box tunnel showing the West Portal - Box Tunnel is a railway tunnel in western England, between Bath and Chippenham, dug through the Box Hill. It was built for the original route of the Great Western Railway under the direction of the GWRs engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The tunnel is 1 mile 1452 yards (2, 937 m) in length, straight, and descends a 1 in 100 gradient from the east. Construction started in 1836, and the tunnel opened in 1841. The lives of about 10 navvies (railway construction workers) were lost during construction. At the time of opening it was the longest railway tunnel in the world,
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This vintage print showcases the magnificent Box Tunnel, a remarkable feat of engineering that stands as a testament to the ingenuity of Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Located in western England, between Bath and Chippenham, this railway tunnel was constructed during the industrial revolution era. The photograph captures the West Portal of Box Tunnel, revealing its grand entrance and exit points. Stretching an impressive 1 mile 1452 yards (2,937 m), this straight tunnel descends at a gradient of 1 in 100 from the east. Its construction began in 1836 under Brunel's guidance and was completed by 1841. However, it is important to acknowledge the sacrifices made during its creation. Tragically, approximately ten navvies lost their lives while working on this monumental project. Their dedication and sacrifice are forever etched into the history of Box Tunnel. At its inauguration, Box Tunnel held the distinction of being the longest railway tunnel worldwide. This image transports us back to a golden age of train travel when steam engines ruled supreme. The engraving exudes nostalgia for a time when railways were at their peak and symbolizes both progress and innovation. With its rich historical significance and stunning architectural design, this print serves as a reminder of our past achievements in civil engineering. It encapsulates an era where industry thrived alongside technological advancements – truly capturing the essence of nineteenth-century Britain's transport revolution.
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