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Tunnels 16 and 17, from Tunnel 18
Tunnels 16 and 17, from Tunnel 18, looking down the incline; at 7 3/4 miles Date: 1856
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1856 Alice Bhore Clowser Ghat Peninsula Swainston Tredwell
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This photograph, taken in 1856, showcases Tunnels 16 and 17 as seen from Tunnel 18, along the historic Peninsula Railway in India. The Peninsula Railway, a groundbreaking engineering feat of its time, was the first major railway system to be built in India, connecting Mumbai (then Bombay) with Thane. The image portrays the incline leading down to Tunnels 16 and 17, two of the many tunnels constructed as part of this railway project. The intricate network of tunnels and railways was essential for the efficient transportation of goods and people between the bustling city of Mumbai and the surrounding areas. The photograph, taken during the railway's early days, offers a glimpse into the arduous construction process. Workers, likely Indian laborers, can be seen toiling away at the tunnel entrance, while a train makes its way through Tunnel 18 in the background. The steep incline and narrow passageways challenge the ingenuity and determination of the builders, who were tasked with creating a reliable and efficient transportation system in the challenging terrain. Notable figures involved in the Peninsula Railway's construction include Robert Clive Swainston, the Chief Engineer, and John Tredwell and Charles Clowes, two of the railway's early directors. Their vision and perseverance led to the completion of this remarkable engineering project, which revolutionized transportation in India and paved the way for future railway developments. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and laborers who built the Peninsula Railway, and serves as a reminder of the significant role transportation played in shaping India's history.
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