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Framed Print : Hush Hush Railway Engine crossing the Forth Rail Bridge
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Hush Hush Railway Engine crossing the Forth Rail Bridge
Hush Hush Railway Engine (designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley CBE) crossing the Forth Rail Bridge. The LNER W1 No. 10000 (known as the Hush-Hush due to its secrecy) was an experimental steam locomotive fitted with a high pressure water-tube boiler. Also known as the Galloping Sausage as a result of its bulging boiler shape. Date: circa 1930
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10000 Chief Crossing Engineer Engineering Firth Forth Gresley Herbert Hush Lner Loco Locomotive Mechanical Nigel
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Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating piece showcases the iconic "Hush Hush Railway Engine" designed by Sir Nigel Gresley, crossing the majestic Forth Rail Bridge. As a Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print offers a unique glimpse into the past and adds a touch of nostalgia to any space. The intricate details of the steam engine and the bridge are sure to impress, making it a must-have for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Bring this piece into your home or office and let the story of the "Hush-Hush" engine unfold before your eyes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
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This photograph showcases the Hush Hush Railway Engine, an experimental steam locomotive designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley CBE, as it gracefully crosses the iconic Forth Rail Bridge. The LNER W1 No. 10000, also known as the Hush-Hush due to the secrecy surrounding its innovative design, was built in the early 1930s. This locomotive was a groundbreaking engineering marvel, featuring a high-pressure water-tube boiler that allowed for increased steam pressure and efficiency. Its unique design earned it the playful nickname "Galloping Sausage" due to its distinctive bulging boiler shape. Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley, a renowned Chief Mechanical Engineer for the London and North Eastern Railway (LNER), was responsible for the creation of this engineering marvel. The Hush Hush Engine represented a significant step forward in steam locomotive technology, pushing the boundaries of what was possible at the time. As the engine crosses the Forth Rail Bridge, its powerful steam plume billows out, creating a mesmerizing scene that highlights the raw power and beauty of this engineering feat. The bridge, a testament to human ingenuity, spans the Firth of Forth and connects the towns of Queensferry and North Queensferry in Scotland. This photograph is a stunning reminder of a bygone era, when steam locomotives ruled the rails and engineering innovation was at the forefront of progress.
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