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A derailed goods train after colliding with an English Electric Type 4 Diesel locomotive
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A derailed goods train after colliding with an English Electric Type 4 Diesel locomotive
A derailed goods train after colliding with an English Electric Type 4 Diesel locomotive pulling the Royal Scot passenger train 18th April 1964
Arthur Cooper
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
Warwickshire
United Kingdom
Media ID 21878803
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Accident Cargo Carriages Engine Goods Locomotive Rails Railway Sixties Tracks Wagons 1964
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This print captures the aftermath of a devastating accident that occurred on the 18th of April, 1964. A derailed goods train lies in disarray after colliding with an English Electric Type 4 Diesel locomotive, which was pulling the prestigious Royal Scot passenger train. The scene is filled with chaos and destruction as twisted metal and scattered cargo surround the wreckage. In this snapshot from the 1960s, we witness the sheer power and impact of this tragic incident. The once orderly rows of carriages have been reduced to a jumble of mangled wagons, while brave men can be seen surveying the damage and assessing how to restore order to this disrupted railway. The image serves as a reminder of both the fragility and resilience of our transport systems during that era. It transports us back to a time when rail travel was at its peak, showcasing not only its convenience but also its inherent risks. Photographer Arthur Cooper has expertly captured this pivotal moment in history, freezing it forever within his lens. This photograph stands as a testament to his skill in capturing raw emotion through visual storytelling. As we gaze upon this powerful image from Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded of how accidents like these shape our understanding of transportation safety today.
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