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Inspector and driver of the Flying Scotsman. 15th June 1974
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Inspector and driver of the Flying Scotsman. 15th June 1974
Inspector and driver of the Flying Scotsman. 15th June 1974.
Les Richards is one of the lucky ones. He can spend as much time as he likes with The Flying Scotsman for he has been inspector to the train since retiring from British Rail four years ago
Nigel Iskander
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Didcot
Oxfordshire
England
CS377
Media ID 21756132
© Mirrorpix
1974 4472 A3 Pacific Didcot Lner One Man Only Oxfordshire Railway South East Steam Engine
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This print captures a moment frozen in time on the 15th of June, 1974. The image showcases the Inspector and driver of the iconic Flying Scotsman, a symbol of British railway history. In this remarkable shot, we are introduced to Les Richards, who has been bestowed with the privilege of spending unlimited time with this legendary locomotive since retiring from British Rail four years prior. Les Richards stands proudly beside the majestic steam engine, his weathered face reflecting a lifetime dedicated to railways. With his experienced gaze fixed upon it, one can almost feel his deep connection to this magnificent piece of machinery that has captured hearts for generations. The Flying Scotsman itself exudes power and elegance as it rests at Didcot in Oxfordshire, England. Its sleek A3 Pacific design commands attention while hinting at its glorious past journeys through South East England's picturesque landscapes. Nigel Iskander's expert lens immortalizes this snapshot from memory lane - an ode to an era when steam engines ruled Britain's rails. This photograph transports us back to a time where trains were not just modes of transport but symbols of national pride and engineering marvels. As we admire this print today, let us appreciate Les Richards' unique bond with The Flying Scotsman and celebrate their shared legacy within United Kingdom's rich railway heritage.
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