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Engine Shed & GNSR Neilson Locomotive No 59 - (Great North of Scotland Railway)
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Engine Shed & GNSR Neilson Locomotive No 59 - (Great North of Scotland Railway)
Engine Shed & GNSR Neilson Locomotive No 59 - (Great North of Scotland Railway), Boat of Garten, Grantown-on-Spey, Badenoch and Strathspey, Inverness, Scotland. Date: 1920s
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Inverness Locomotive Neilson Shed Garten Grantown On Spey Strathspey
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This photograph captures the Engine Shed at Boat of Garten in the Scottish Highlands during the 1920s. The image showcases the Great North of Scotland Railway's (GNSR) Neilson Locomotive No. 59, a powerful and iconic steam engine that once played a significant role in the transportation of goods and passengers across the region. The Engine Shed, with its red-brick walls and large arched windows, stands proudly in the background, providing shelter and maintenance for the railway's locomotives. The engine, No. 59, is positioned in front of the shed, its gleaming metal body and intricate details contrasting beautifully against the rugged, natural backdrop of the Scottish landscape. The Neilson Locomotive No. 59 was part of the extensive fleet of steam engines operated by the Great North of Scotland Railway, a company that connected various towns and villages in the Badenoch and Strathspey area, including Grantown-on-Spey and Inverness. The railway's network was essential for the local economy, facilitating the transportation of essential goods and commodities, such as timber, coal, and agricultural produce. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to an era when steam engines ruled the rails and played a crucial role in connecting communities in the Scottish Highlands. The image is a testament to the rich railway history of the region and serves as a reminder of the engineering marvels that once shaped the landscape of Scotland.
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