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Interior view of one of the mail trains which left Euston station, London, England
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Interior view of one of the mail trains which left Euston station, London, England
Interior view of one of the mail trains which left Euston station, London, England, every evening for different parts of the British Isles. The vignette at the top right shows the exterior of the coach and the net for catching mailbags and the pole for ejecting them en route at stations where no halt was made. From Cassells Family Magazine (London, 1888)
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1888 Cassell Catching Coach Communication Evening Exterior Family Interior Left Letter Magazine Mail Parts Pole Post Route Station Stations Trains Transport View Vignette Ejecting Euston Halt Isles Mailbags
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This print takes us back in time to the late 19th century, offering a rare glimpse into the interior of one of the mail trains that departed from Euston station in London, England. The image showcases the intricate details of this vital mode of communication during that era. The vignette positioned at the top right corner provides an exterior view of the coach, highlighting its unique features such as the net designed for catching mailbags and a pole used for ejecting them en route at stations where no halt was made. These ingenious mechanisms ensured efficient delivery across different parts of the British Isles every evening. Originally featured in Cassells Family Magazine in 1888, this photograph captures not only a moment frozen in time but also reflects on how transportation and postal services were interconnected elements within society. It serves as a reminder of our ancestors' reliance on these mail trains to connect with loved ones or conduct business affairs. As we observe this historical artifact, we are transported back to an era when handwritten letters held immense value and served as lifelines between distant friends and family members. This image is a testament to both technological advancements and human ingenuity that shaped our modern world today
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