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Crowds on the platform at Horsted Keynes station await the arrival of the London
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Crowds on the platform at Horsted Keynes station await the arrival of the London
Crowds on the platform at Horsted Keynes station await the arrival of the London, Brighton & South Coast Railway locomotive No. 55 " Stepney", a Bluebell Line train from Sheffield Park.
8th August 1960
Henry How
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Horsted Keynes
West Sussex
England
Media ID 21401314
© Mirrorpix
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This print by Henry How takes us back to the bustling platform at Horsted Keynes station in 1960. The atmosphere is electric as crowds eagerly await the arrival of the iconic London, Brighton & South Coast Railway locomotive No. 55 "Stepney", a Bluebell Line train from Sheffield Park. The image perfectly captures the essence of a bygone era, with passengers dressed in their finest attire and excitement written across their faces. The platform is filled with people from all walks of life, creating a vibrant tapestry of humanity against the backdrop of towering steam engines. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the hiss and clatter of trains arriving and departing, feel the anticipation building among travelers, and smell the distinct aroma of coal-fired engines. It's an immersive experience that transports us back to an age when rail travel was not just a means to get from one place to another but also a social event. Henry How's impeccable composition highlights every detail - from the intricate design on No. 55 "Stepney" to each individual face in the crowd - making this photograph truly timeless. It serves as a reminder that even amidst our modern advancements, there is still something magical about witnessing history unfold on railway platforms like Horsted Keynes station.
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