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Spectators cheer the doyen of the GWROs King class, No. 6000 King George V
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Spectators cheer the doyen of the GWROs King class, No. 6000 King George V
Spectators cheer the doyen of the GWROs King class, No. 6000 King George V, as it storms past on its way from Swindon (where it was built in 1927) to London for the celebrations marking Paddington stationOs 125th anniversary, on March 1, 1979. Note No. 6000Os bell, presented during a US trip to the Baltimore & Ohio Railway. The steam locomotive train King George VI is cheered on by spectators during its journey from Swindon to London in celebration of Paddington Stations 125th anniversary.
1st March 1979
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
WA*3558643
Media ID 21347163
© Mirrorpix
1979 Bridge Passenger Rail Railway Steam Tracks
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the historic day of March 1,1979. Spectators line the tracks as they cheer with uncontainable excitement for the doyen of the GWROs King class, No. 6000 King George V. This magnificent steam locomotive is on its way from Swindon, where it was built in 1927, to London for a momentous occasion - Paddington Station's grand celebration of its 125th anniversary. As the iconic train storms past with sheer power and grace, one cannot help but be mesmerized by its majestic presence. The image beautifully captures not only the awe-inspiring sight of No. 6000 King George V but also showcases an intriguing detail - its bell proudly presented during a trip to the Baltimore & Ohio Railway in the United States. The atmosphere surrounding this momentous journey is palpable through the cheers and applause emanating from spectators who have gathered along every inch of track. Their enthusiasm reflects their deep appreciation for both history and rail travel. This photograph serves as a time capsule transporting us back to an era when steam locomotives reigned supreme and captured hearts worldwide. It encapsulates a sense of nostalgia that resonates even today, reminding us of our enduring fascination with these engineering marvels that once connected communities and sparked dreams along their iron paths.
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