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Train Blocked by Snow
Train passengers discover they are stuck in the snow during the storm of Tuesday 18th January 1881
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Media ID 4406225
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1881 Blizzard Blocked Discover Drift Drifts Passengers Phenomena Snowing Storm Stuck Trapped Tuesday January
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step into history with our captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Train Blocked by Snow" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This breathtaking photograph transports you back in time to the stormy day of Tuesday 18th January 1881, when train passengers were unexpectedly halted in their tracks by a relentless snowfall. The intricate details and rich textures of this rights-managed image come alive when framed, making it an exquisite addition to any room in your home or office. Let this captivating piece of history tell a story with every glance, and relive the past with the timeless beauty of our Framed Prints.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Train Blocked by Snow - A Historical Account of the Unforgettable Blizzard of January 1881 In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a train is seen trapped in a sea of snow, its progress brought to a standstill during the historic blizzard of Tuesday, 18th January 1881. The natural phenomena that unfolded that day would go down in history as one of the most significant weather events of the 19th century. The image captures the moment of discovery for the train passengers, who were likely huddled inside the carriage, anxiously peering through the windows at the relentless onslaught of snow. The drifts, which had grown so high that they blocked the tracks, were a testament to the ferocity of the storm. The snow was falling so thickly and so fast that it seemed as if time had stood still. The once bustling railway network was now a silent, snow-covered landscape, with no sign of life or movement. The carriage, with its smokestack poking out of the snow, stood as a poignant reminder of the disrupted journey and the passengers' newfound predicament. The storm of 1881 was a natural disaster that brought the country to a standstill. The blizzard conditions caused widespread chaos, with trains, roads, and communication lines all affected. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the power of nature was a force to be reckoned with. As we look at this image, we are reminded of the resilience and determination of those who lived through such events. Despite the hardships, life went on, and the passengers would eventually be rescued and their journeys continued. This photograph serves as a reminder of the unpredictable and often unforgiving power of nature and the human spirit's ability to endure.
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