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Early railway Coaches, the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, England, 1831, (c1900-1920)
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Early railway Coaches, the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, England, 1831, (c1900-1920)
Early railway Coaches, the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, England, 1831, (c1900-1920). The first steam locomotives with three different classes of railway travel: train of first class carriages with luggage on the roofs and Royal Mail carriages at the end; train of second class carriages with three third class trucks behind; train of cattle trucks. Illustration from Art History and Literature Illustrations, by Jessie Noakes, Virtue and Co, (London, c1900-1920)
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1st Class Carriage First Class George Stephenson Jessie Jessie Noakes Liverpool Manchester Railway Noakes Passenger Passengers Robert Stephenson Social Class Steam Locomotive Steam Train Stephenson Third Class Train Second Class
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This print takes us back to the early days of railway travel in England. Captured sometime between 1900 and 1920, it showcases the iconic Liverpool and Manchester Railway from its inception in 1831. The image beautifully depicts three distinct classes of railway coaches, each representing a different social class. In the foreground, we see a train of first-class carriages with luggage neatly stacked on their roofs. These luxurious carriages were reserved for the elite passengers who sought comfort and prestige during their journeys. At the end of this train, we spot Royal Mail carriages, emphasizing the importance of efficient mail transportation alongside passenger travel. Moving further down the track is a second-class carriage train followed closely by three third-class trucks. This arrangement highlights how social hierarchy was reflected even in modes of transportation during that era. Lastly, we encounter a unique sight - a train solely dedicated to cattle transportation. These sturdy cattle trucks remind us that railways served not only human needs but also played an essential role in facilitating livestock transport across vast distances. The vivid colors bring life to this historical scene while offering glimpses into nineteenth-century Britain's bustling railway system. With George Stephenson and Robert Stephenson as key figures behind these advancements in locomotion and Jessie Noakes immortalizing them through her artistry, this print serves as both an educational tool and a testament to our ever-evolving means of travel throughout history.
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