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No 92220 Evening Star naming ceremony, 18th March 1960
2-10-0 9F class locomotive, built 1960. Evening Star was the last mainline British Railways steam locomotive to be built in Britain at Swindon Works.
Withdrawn 1965
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 555744
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British Railways Swindon Swindon Works 92220 Ceremomy Evening Star Naming
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover a piece of railway history with our Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the No 92220 Evening Star naming ceremony, held on 18th March 1960 at Swindon Works. This iconic image captures the last mainline British Railways steam locomotive to be built in Britain – a 2-10-0 9F class locomotive named Evening Star. Witness the pride and excitement of the event as steam enthusiasts gather to celebrate the naming of this historic engine. Built in the same year as its naming ceremony, Evening Star served faithfully until its withdrawal in 1965. Bring the nostalgic charm of the steam era into your home or office with our high-quality photographic prints. Each print is carefully produced using premium materials to ensure vibrant colours and sharp details, allowing you to relive the magic of the steam age. Order now and transport yourself back in time with this unique and captivating image from the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway collection.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era in railway history, as the 2-10-0 9F class locomotive No. 92220, named "Evening Star," is officially unveiled during its naming ceremony on 18th March 1960, at Swindon Works. The Evening Star was the last mainline steam locomotive to be built in Britain, marking the end of an era for steam power on the rails. Surrounded by a sea of curious onlookers, including railway employees, local dignitaries, and enthusiasts, the locomotive stands proudly in the foreground, adorned with its freshly applied livery and the distinctive nameplate bearing the moniker "Evening Star." The atmosphere is one of excitement and anticipation, as the crowd eagerly awaits the moment when the locomotive will be officially named and blessed for service. Swindon Works, a hive of activity and innovation during the golden age of steam, is the backdrop for this historic occasion. The vast expanse of the works' yard stretches out behind the locomotive, filled with steam engines of all shapes and sizes, each with their own stories to tell. The smoke and steam rising from the chimneys of the nearby sheds add to the sense of industry and progress that defined the railway scene of the time. The Evening Star would go on to serve faithfully on the British Railways network until its withdrawal in 1965. Today, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and heritage of steam railways, and the sense of community and tradition that surrounded their construction and operation.
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