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The Silver Jubilee, Britains First Streamline Train, LNER poster, 1935

The Silver Jubilee, Britains First Streamline Train, LNER poster, 1935


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The Silver Jubilee, Britains First Streamline Train, LNER poster, 1935

In 1935, Nigel Gresley designed the Silver Jubilee, a train that became a design icon of the 1930s. Its silver streamlined form streaked between London and Newcastle in four hours. This poster was produced for London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote the service, which travelled at an average speed of 67.08 mph

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This print showcases "The Silver Jubilee". Britain's first streamline train, designed by Nigel Gresley in 1935. The train quickly became an iconic symbol of the 1930s with its sleek silver exterior and remarkable speed. This poster was created by the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote this groundbreaking service that connected London and Newcastle in a mere four hours. The Silver Jubilee was not just visually stunning but also incredibly fast, boasting an average speed of 67.08 mph. Its streamlined form allowed it to streak through the English countryside effortlessly, revolutionizing train travel at the time. This particular image captures the essence of this design marvel, highlighting its futuristic appearance against a backdrop of lush green fields and blue skies. The elegance and sophistication exuded by "The Silver Jubilee" are evident in every detail captured within this photograph. Preserved within the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, this print serves as a testament to both Nigel Gresley's visionary engineering skills and LNER's commitment to innovation in rail transportation during that era. Whether you're a railway enthusiast or simply appreciate timeless design icons, this print is sure to captivate your imagination and transport you back to a time when trains were more than just modes of transportation; they were symbols of progress and modernity.

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