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Empire Exhibition
1924: The Flying Scotsman locomotive, leaving through the wall of the Palace of Engineering for Darlington, at the British Empire Exhibition, Wembley. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11419060
1920 1929 Crowd Driving Engineering England Format Exhibition Exhibition Site Flying Scotsman Landscape Black Leaving Railroad Track Steam Train Train Vehicle Transport Europe Wall Watching Wembley British Empire Exhibition Lifestyles
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This print captures a momentous event in British history - the departure of the iconic Flying Scotsman locomotive through the wall of the Palace of Engineering at the Empire Exhibition in 1924. The image, taken by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, showcases the grandeur and innovation that defined this remarkable exhibition held at Wembley. The Flying Scotsman, with its billowing steam and majestic presence, symbolizes both power and progress. As it leaves through the imposing wall of the Palace of Engineering, one can't help but feel a sense of awe at witnessing such an extraordinary feat. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see a crowd gathered to witness this historic occasion. People from all walks of life have come together to marvel at this engineering marvel as it embarks on its journey to Darlington in North East England. Their expressions reveal a mix of excitement, curiosity, and admiration for this magnificent piece of machinery. This photograph not only captures a significant moment in transportation history but also provides us with glimpses into early 20th-century lifestyles and fashion. It transports us back to an era when rail travel was not just about getting from point A to B but also about experiencing adventure and luxury. As we gaze upon this stunning archival print from Fine Art Storehouse, we are reminded once again why train exhibitions like these continue to captivate our imaginations even decades later.
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