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Thomas W Corbin Collection

Thomas W. Corbin, a man ahead of his time, was fascinated by the wonders of transportation and construction in the early 1920s

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Where Do You Want To Go?, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Where Do You Want To Go?, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Where Do You Want To Go?, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: The Queens Carriage, 1922. Creator: Unknown

The Queens Carriage, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Queens Carriage, 1922. Queen Marys bedroom on the Royal Train. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Busy Spot, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Busy Spot, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Busy Spot, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Automatic Train Stop, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Automatic Train Stop, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Automatic Train Stop, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Double Locomotive, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Double Locomotive, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Double Locomotive, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Track-Laying Machine, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Track-Laying Machine, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Track-Laying Machine, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: An Escalator in Course of Construction, 1922. Creator: Unknown

An Escalator in Course of Construction, 1922. Creator: Unknown
An Escalator in Course of Construction, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Moving Staircase, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Moving Staircase, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Moving Staircase, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Illuminated Diagram of Signals, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Illuminated Diagram of Signals, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Illuminated Diagram of Signals, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Bridge of Signals, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Bridge of Signals, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Bridge of Signals, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: The Newest Kind of Signal, 1922. Creator: Unknown

The Newest Kind of Signal, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Newest Kind of Signal, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Sawing Cold Steel, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Sawing Cold Steel, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Sawing Cold Steel, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Cab Indicator, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Cab Indicator, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Cab Indicator, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: G. W. R. Express Passenger Engine, 1922. Creator: Unknown

G. W. R. Express Passenger Engine, 1922. Creator: Unknown
G.W.R. Express Passenger Engine, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Remarkable Locomotive on the Midland, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Remarkable Locomotive on the Midland, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Remarkable Locomotive on the Midland, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Railway Travelling Crane, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Railway Travelling Crane, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Railway Travelling Crane, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A View on a Rope Railway, or Ropeway, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A View on a Rope Railway, or Ropeway, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A View on a Rope Railway, or Ropeway, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Keeping the Tunnels Clean, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Keeping the Tunnels Clean, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Keeping the Tunnels Clean, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Fog Signals, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Fog Signals, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Fog Signals, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: The Loftiest Bridge East of the Rocky Mountains, 1922. Creator: Unknown

The Loftiest Bridge East of the Rocky Mountains, 1922. Creator: Unknown
The Loftiest Bridge East of the Rocky Mountains, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Striking Contrast, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Striking Contrast, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Striking Contrast, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Floating Railway, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Floating Railway, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Floating Railway, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: A Large Tank Engine, 1922. Creator: Unknown

A Large Tank Engine, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Large Tank Engine, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]

Background imageThomas W Corbin Collection: Making A Railway Carriage, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Making A Railway Carriage, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Making A Railway Carriage, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]


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Thomas W. Corbin, a man ahead of his time, was fascinated by the wonders of transportation and construction in the early 1920s. His collection of photographs showcases his passion for innovation and progress. In "Where Do You Want To Go?", we catch a glimpse of Thomas's curiosity about new destinations and possibilities. The unknown creator captures the essence of adventure that fueled Thomas's imagination. "The Queens Carriage" reveals Thomas's appreciation for elegance and grandeur. The photograph, taken by an anonymous artist, transports us to a time when royalty traveled in style, inspiring Thomas to dream big. "A Busy Spot" captures Thomas's fascination with bustling city life. This snapshot by an unknown creator portrays the energy and vibrancy that captivated him as he observed people going about their daily lives. The "Automatic Train Stop" photograph highlights Thomas's interest in technological advancements. Created by an unidentified artist, it reflects his enthusiasm for innovations that made travel safer and more efficient. Thomas was intrigued by engineering marvels like "A Double Locomotive. " An anonymous photographer captured this impressive sight which undoubtedly sparked his admiration for powerful machinery pushing boundaries on railroads. The "Track-Laying Machine" image showcases Thomas's fascination with construction processes. Taken by an unknown creator, it symbolizes his awe at how these machines transformed landscapes while building vital infrastructure. An escalator under construction caught Thomas's attention in "An Escalator in Course of Construction. " Captured anonymously, this photo represents his excitement for inventions that revolutionized urban mobility. "A Moving Staircase, " photographed by an unidentified artist, epitomizes Thomas's intrigue with modern conveniences shaping everyday life during the 1920s, and is evident from this image that he marveled at how technology simplified human movement within buildings. "Illuminated Diagram of Signals" demonstrates Thomas' keen interest in transportation systems' inner workings. Crafted anonymously, this diagram illustrates his desire to understand the intricate mechanisms behind efficient and safe travel.