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Hush Hush Railway Engine crossing the Forth Rail Bridge
Hush Hush Railway Engine (designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley CBE) crossing the Forth Rail Bridge. The LNER W1 No. 10000 (known as the Hush-Hush due to its secrecy) was an experimental steam locomotive fitted with a high pressure water-tube boiler. Also known as the Galloping Sausage as a result of its bulging boiler shape. Date: circa 1930
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10000 Chief Crossing Engineer Engineering Firth Forth Gresley Herbert Hush Lner Loco Locomotive Mechanical Nigel
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"Bring the magic of rail history to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the iconic image of "Hush Hush Railway Engine crossing the Forth Rail Bridge," this mug showcases the legendary LNER W1 No. 10000, also known as the Hush-Hush due to its secrecy. Designed by Sir Nigel Gresley CBE, this steam engine is a testament to the golden age of rail transport. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, vibrant images from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring your favorite photographs are beautifully represented. Perfect for tea or coffee, these mugs make a thoughtful gift for any rail enthusiast or history lover. Add a personal touch by gifting a mug with a cherished image, making each sip a journey back in time."
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
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This photograph showcases the Hush Hush Railway Engine, an experimental steam locomotive designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley CBE, as it gracefully crosses the iconic Forth Rail Bridge. The LNER W1 No. 10000, also known as the Hush-Hush due to the secrecy surrounding its innovative design, was built in the early 1930s. This locomotive was a groundbreaking engineering marvel, featuring a high-pressure water-tube boiler that allowed for increased steam pressure and efficiency. Its unique design earned it the playful nickname "Galloping Sausage" due to its distinctive bulging boiler shape. Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley, a renowned Chief Mechanical Engineer for the London and North Eastern Railway (LNER), was responsible for the creation of this engineering marvel. The Hush Hush Engine represented a significant step forward in steam locomotive technology, pushing the boundaries of what was possible at the time. As the engine crosses the Forth Rail Bridge, its powerful steam plume billows out, creating a mesmerizing scene that highlights the raw power and beauty of this engineering feat. The bridge, a testament to human ingenuity, spans the Firth of Forth and connects the towns of Queensferry and North Queensferry in Scotland. This photograph is a stunning reminder of a bygone era, when steam locomotives ruled the rails and engineering innovation was at the forefront of progress.
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