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Trainspotting became a mania for the nations young males in the 1950s



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Trainspotting became a mania for the nations young males in the 1950s

Trainspotting became a mania for the nations young males in the 1950s. Heads bowed in obeisance to their obsession, a gaggle stand at London Waterloo, in August 1952. Youth culture is just rearing its head as there is a division between the junior oiks and the teenagers with drainpipe trousers edging in. Still, at least you knew where all the kids were. Trainspotters at Waterloo station
Children Childhood Hobbies
Transport Railways
Signal Box
August 1952
1950s

Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
WA*3203936

Media ID 21251006

© Mirrorpix

1952 Boys Core71 Engines Railways Stations Steam Steam Train Suit Tracks Trains Uniform


Greetings Card (7"x5")

Step into the past with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints. This exquisite greetings card features a nostalgic image from the Daily Mirror, showcasing the fascination of trainspotting that gripped the young males of Britain in the 1950s. Witness the dedication of these enthusiasts as they gather at London Waterloo station, heads bowed in reverence to their beloved hobby. A perfect card for those who appreciate the charm of yesteryears and the enduring allure of railway history.

Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.

Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more

Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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Trainspotting - A Mania of Youthful Obsession in the 1950s

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In the vibrant era of the 1950s, a peculiar obsession took hold of young males across the nation - trainspotting. This print captures a moment frozen in time at London Waterloo station in August 1952, where a gaggle of youngsters stand with heads bowed, paying homage to their beloved pastime. As youth culture begins to emerge, there is an evident divide between the junior oiks and the teenagers sporting trendy drainpipe trousers. Yet amidst this division, one thing remains certain - all these kids are united by their shared passion for trains. It was here at Waterloo station that they found solace and camaraderie among fellow enthusiasts. The image showcases not only children but also childhood itself - a period characterized by innocence and boundless curiosity. These boys find joy in tracking engines, steam billowing from their mighty locomotives as they traverse tracks with unwavering determination. The signal box stands tall in the background, serving as a reminder of both order and adventure that awaited these young adventurers on every rail journey. The photograph encapsulates an era when transport revolved around railways, capturing an essence that has since faded into history. This remarkable snapshot from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to a time when suits and uniforms were worn proudly by those captivated by this unique hobby. Trainspotting may have been seen as just another youthful craze; however, it

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