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Trainload Of Bridge Girders
A London and North Eastern Railway (LNER) train with an overhanging load of girders, on its way from Darlington to Middlesborough, 20th September 1926. The girders are to be shipped to Australia, where they will form one of the main spans of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. (Photo by H. F. Davis/Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 11418410
© 2013 Getty Images
1920 1929 Angle Girder Industrial Equipment Length, Only M Rai Good Bri Medium Group Of People Men, Medium Only Men Railroad Track Steam Train Train Vehicle White, Diry Middlesbrough Overhanging
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Capturing History - A Trainload of Bridge Girders Bound for Sydney Harbour
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. This photo print, taken on the 20th of September 1926, showcases a remarkable moment in transportation history. The image depicts a London and North Eastern Railway (LNER) steam train making its way from Darlington to Middlesborough, carrying an extraordinary load of girders destined for Australia. These massive girders, precariously overhanging the train's carriages, are bound for Sydney Harbour where they will play a crucial role in constructing one of the world's most iconic landmarks - the Sydney Harbour Bridge. This photograph captures the pivotal point when these steel giants begin their long journey across oceans to shape history. The scene unfolds outdoors under daylight with a high-angle view that emphasizes both the magnitude of this undertaking and the impressive engineering prowess involved. Only men can be seen in this medium-sized group as they oversee this monumental task with determination etched on their faces. With its archival quality and timeless appeal, this historic snapshot transports us back to an era defined by industrial progress and ambitious feats. It serves as a reminder of human ingenuity and collaboration that brought nations together through infrastructure development. As we gaze upon this vertical composition filled with industrial equipment against a backdrop of railroad tracks disappearing into infinity, we cannot help but marvel at how far we have come since those early days. This photograph is not just an image; it encapsulates dreams realized and bridges built – both literally
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