61541 British Railways Class B12 / 3 Steam Locomotive 4-6-0
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61541 British Railways Class B12 / 3 Steam Locomotive 4-6-0
61541 British Railways Class B12/3 Steam Locomotive 4-6-0, St James Bridge Railway Station, Hexthorpe, near Doncaster, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1955
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1955 Doncaster Locomotive Railways
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61541, a British Railways Class B12/3 Steam Locomotive 4-6-0, gracefully sits at St James Bridge Railway Station in Hexthorpe, near Doncaster, Yorkshire, England, in the year 1955. The steam locomotive, with its polished brass fittings and gleaming red and black livery, exudes an air of power and elegance, as it prepares for its next journey. The station, surrounded by lush greenery and quaint houses, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of rail travel. The British Railways Class B12/3 was a successful design, first introduced in 1952, with a total of 120 locomotives built between 1952 and 1955. These locomotives were known for their versatility, able to haul both passenger and freight trains with ease. The B12/3s were also notable for their advanced design features, including a Belpaire firebox and a large superheater, which improved their efficiency and power output. The photo captures a moment in time, when steam locomotives were still the backbone of the British railway system. The steam age was coming to an end, as diesel and electric locomotives began to take over. Yet, in this image, we can see the beauty and power of the steam locomotive, as it continues to serve its purpose, transporting passengers and goods across the countryside. The scene at St James Bridge Railway Station is a testament to the rich history of rail travel in Yorkshire and beyond. The locomotive and the station, both symbols of a bygone era, stand together, a reminder of the important role that railways played in shaping the landscape and the lives of people in the United Kingdom. The photograph, taken in 1955, offers a glimpse into the past, a moment frozen in time, that continues to captivate and inspire us today. The image invites us to reflect on the history of rail travel and the role that steam locomotives played in shaping the world we live in.
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