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Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine window of the drivers cabin
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Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine window of the drivers cabin
Mr Alan Pegler pictured cleaning The Flying Scotsman Engine window of the drivers cabin.
Alan Pegler bought the Flying Scotsman engine in 1963, for £ 3, 000, to save it from the scrap yard. He d originally sat in it as a boy, aged 4, and fallen in love with it. Mr Pegler said, " I bought the locomotive because I was determined that she should still be around for future generations to see. You can t get the best from engines by putting them in museums as if they were stuffed. Part of their thrill is the sound they make and the smell of the smoke and steam"
The Flying Scotsman, designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley, is an express passenger train service that has operated between Edinburgh and London, the capitals of Scotland and England, via the East Coast Main Line. The service began in 1862; the name was officially adopted in 1924.
On 1st May 1928 The A1 class locomotive 4472 Flying Scotsman hauled the inaugural non-stop train from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh. 392 miles (631 km) without stopping, a record at the time for a scheduled service.
Picture taken Sunday 9th May 1965
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This print captures Mr Alan Pegler, the savior of The Flying Scotsman Engine, diligently cleaning the window of the driver's cabin. In 1963, fueled by his childhood fascination with this magnificent locomotive, Pegler purchased it for a mere £3,000 to rescue it from an impending fate at the scrap yard. Driven by a deep desire to preserve its legacy for future generations, Pegler believed that engines should not be confined to museums like lifeless relics. He understood that their true allure lay in their resounding sounds and the intoxicating aroma of smoke and steam. His unwavering determination ensured that The Flying Scotsman would continue to captivate hearts long after its purchase. Designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley, The Flying Scotsman is renowned as an express passenger train service connecting Edinburgh and London via the East Coast Main Line. Its storied history dates back to 1862 when it first embarked on its journey between Scotland's capital and England's bustling metropolis. It officially adopted its iconic name in 1924. On May 1st, 1928, this very locomotive made history by hauling an inaugural non-stop train from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh—a remarkable feat covering a staggering distance of 392 miles (631 km). At that time, such a seamless journey was unprecedented for scheduled services. This evocative picture was taken on Sunday May 9th, 1965—immortalizing Mr Alan Pegler's dedication towards preserving one of Britain's most cherished railway icons: The Flying Scotsman.
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