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Poster Print : Shrewsbury rail accident, showing the roof of the Great Western Railway coach which was piled up on the top of the engine when train left the rails. Date: October 1907
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Shrewsbury rail accident, showing the roof of the Great Western Railway coach which was piled up on the top of the engine when train left the rails. Date: October 1907
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Media ID 32214326
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Shrewsbury Rail Accident Poster Print. This vintage image, dating back to October 1907, depicts the aftermath of a tragic railway mishap. Witness the astonishing sight of a Great Western Railway coach roof perched precariously atop the engine, as if defying gravity. This intriguing snapshot from the past is brought to you by Media Storehouse in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. Add an air of history and intrigue to your walls with this evocative piece of railroad heritage.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.8cm x 30.3cm (7.8" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting image captures the aftermath of the Shrewsbury rail accident that occurred in October 1907. The Great Western Railway coach is seen piled up on top of the engine, a grim reminder of the devastating impact when the train left the rails.
The sheer destruction and chaos depicted in this photograph are truly appalling. Wreckage and debris litter the scene, with pieces of metal twisted and mangled beyond recognition. The mail van can be seen crushed under the weight of the overturned coach, a stark symbol of how quickly tragedy can strike in the world of railway transport.
The front cover illustration from London News brings to life the horror and devastation that unfolded on that fateful day in October 1907. It serves as a sobering reminder of just how fragile our existence can be when we entrust our lives to machines hurtling through space at high speeds.
As we gaze upon this image, let us take a moment to reflect on those who lost their lives or were injured in this tragic event. May their memory serve as a cautionary tale for future generations about the importance of safety and vigilance when it comes to rail travel.
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