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Tregagle Viaduct, 1898
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Tregagle Viaduct, 1898
A timber viaduct on the main line bwteen Milltown and Truro. It was replaced in 1902
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 5103074
Bridge Cornwall Timber Viaduct
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Tregagle Viaduct, Cornwall, 1898: A Timeless Engineering Marvel This photograph transports us back in time to the picturesque village of Milltown in Cornwall, where the Tregagle Viaduct stands proudly against the backdrop of the rolling hills and lush greenery. Built in 1898, this timber viaduct was an engineering marvel of its time, serving as an essential component of the main line railway between Milltown and Truro. The Tregagle Viaduct, with its intricate design and elegant curves, showcases the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the Victorian engineers who constructed it. The viaduct's timber structure, a rarity in railway engineering, was a testament to the resourcefulness and innovation of the era. The intricate arrangement of the timbers, expertly joined together, provided a strong and stable foundation for the railway line, allowing trains to safely traverse the valley below. Despite its beauty and historical significance, the Tregagle Viaduct was short-lived. In 1902, it was replaced by a more modern, iron and masonry structure. This photograph, however, serves as a poignant reminder of the viaduct's existence and the role it played in the rich railway history of Cornwall. The Tregagle Viaduct stands as a testament to the vision and determination of the engineers and workers who built it, and the passion and dedication of those who have preserved its memory through photographs like this one. This image invites us to reflect on the past, appreciate the beauty of engineering, and marvel at the ingenuity of those who came before us.
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