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The railway men of Italy presented a bronze shield weighing about a ton in commemoration
The railway men of Italy presented a bronze shield weighing about a ton in commemoration of the work of George Stephenson as the father of railway during the Railway Centenary Celebrations on 4th July 1925.
The picture shows Mr. Wm. Whitelaw (chairman of the L. and N.E.R.) and Sir R. L. Wedgewood, on right, and on the left the Italian delegates
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21612447
© Mirrorpix
Bronze Journey Public Transport Shield Steam Suits Trains
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the poignant moment when the railway men of Italy paid tribute to the father of railways, George Stephenson. During the Railway Centenary Celebrations on 4th [year], they presented a magnificent bronze shield, weighing approximately a ton, as a symbol of appreciation for his pioneering work. This evocative image, captured by NCJ, is now available as a high-quality poster print from Memory Lane Prints. Bring the history of railways into your home or office and relive this significant moment in transportation history.
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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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The Railway Men of Italy Honor George Stephenson: A Glimpse into the Past". This print captures a significant moment in history during the Railway Centenary Celebrations on July 4th, 1925. The railway men of Italy proudly present a colossal bronze shield, weighing an impressive ton, as a heartfelt tribute to George Stephenson - widely regarded as the father of railways. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness Mr. Wm. Whitelaw, distinguished chairman of the L. and N. E. R. , standing alongside Sir R. L. Wedgewood on the right side of the frame while Italian delegates grace the left side. Dressed impeccably in their suits that exude elegance and sophistication from an era long gone by, these individuals epitomize both style and authority. The unknown ages depicted here only add to the intrigue surrounding this photograph; it is as if they are whispering secrets from another world directly into our ears. As we delve deeper into this image's narrative, we are transported back to a time when steam trains were at their zenith - symbols of progress and human ingenuity propelling us forward towards new horizons. This remarkable piece serves not only as a testament to George Stephenson's monumental contributions but also reminds us how public transport has shaped societies throughout history. Preserved through Memory Lane Prints with utmost care for future generations to appreciate, let this photograph ignite your imagination and take you on an extraordinary journey through time.
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