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Trials on the Midland Railway
Trials on the Midland Railway, May 1848, between Jenny Lind and Jenny Sharp Date: 1896
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1896 Jenny Lind Loco Locomotive Locomotives Sharp Trials Wilson
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our stunning selection of Media Storehouse poster prints, featuring the captivating image "Trials on the Midland Railway" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph, dated 1896, captures a pivotal moment in railway history as the locomotives Jenny Lind and Jenny Sharp undergo trials on the Midland Railway in May 1848. Bring the intrigue and excitement of the past into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, an essential addition to any railway or history enthusiast's collection. Order yours today and let the story of the Midland Railway unfold before your eyes."
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.5cm (11.9" x 8.1")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Trials on the Midland Railway: A Historic Moment in Transportation History (May 1848) This evocative photograph print, dated 1896, captures a pivotal moment in the history of railway transportation. The image depicts two early locomotives, Jenny Lind and Jenny Sharp, undergoing trials on the Midland Railway in May 1848. The Midland Railway Company, a leading figure in the British railway industry, was pushing the boundaries of steam-powered locomotive technology, and these trials represented a significant step forward in the development of more efficient and powerful engines. The locomotives, named after two famous opera singers of the time, were designed by the renowned engineer Daniel Adamson. Jenny Lind, the smaller of the two, was a 2-2-2 locomotive, while Jenny Sharp was a larger 0-6-0 model. The trials were conducted to test the capabilities of these engines, particularly their ability to haul heavy loads and traverse steep gradients. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, with the steam-belching engines and their support crew in period attire. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of onlookers, who gathered to witness this pioneering moment in transportation history. The steam-powered locomotives would soon revolutionize the way goods and people were transported, paving the way for the extensive railway networks that would come to define the industrial age. This print, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and innovators who shaped the transportation landscape of the past. It is a testament to the power of human curiosity and the relentless pursuit of progress.
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