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Greetings Card : Swindon Junction Station, April 1946
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Swindon Junction Station, April 1946
This photograph, taken in April 1946 shows Saint Class No. 2927, Saint Patrick, standing in Swindon Junction station. A number of goods wagons are on the left side of the image
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 8515573
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1940s 1946 Goods Wagon Junction Station Swindon Swindon Junction Wiltshire St Patrick
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: Swindon Junction Station, April 1946. This captivating card design transports you back in time to a bustling railway scene. Witness the majestic Saint Class No. 2927, Saint Patrick, proudly standing at Swindon Junction station. The vintage charm is further accentuated by the presence of goods wagons on the left side of the image. Perfect for railway enthusiasts or as a thoughtful gesture for someone who cherishes history, our Swindon Junction Station card is a must-have for your collection. Impress your loved ones with a piece of the past, only with Media Storehouse Greetings Cards.
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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This photograph from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to April 1946, capturing a nostalgic scene at Swindon Junction Station. Standing proudly in the center is Saint Class No. 2927, known as Saint Patrick, an iconic locomotive that served the Great Western Railway during its heyday. The steam billowing from its chimney adds an air of mystique and power to this historic moment frozen in time. The station itself exudes charm with its classic architecture and bustling atmosphere. On the left side of the image, a row of goods wagons can be seen, reminding us of the vital role railways played in transporting goods across Wiltshire and beyond during this era. Transporting us back to post-war Britain, this photo encapsulates both a sense of hope for a brighter future and nostalgia for simpler times. It serves as a reminder of how railway stations like Swindon Junction were not only places where people embarked on journeys but also hubs of activity that connected communities and fueled economic growth. As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are transported back to an era when steam trains ruled the tracks, evoking feelings of awe and wonderment at their sheer power and beauty. This photograph truly captures a slice of history that continues to captivate railway enthusiasts today.
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