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The unmistakable cuvring bulk of a Gresley Class A4 Pacific express locomotive is graced
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The unmistakable cuvring bulk of a Gresley Class A4 Pacific express locomotive is graced
The unmistakable cuvring bulk of a Gresley Class A4 Pacific express locomotive is graced by a waving array of Doncaster railway workers. No 60009 Union of South Africa is ready to leave after being the last steam locomotive overhauled at the famous ex LNER works in 1963. No 9 later powered the last British Railways steam hauled northbound service from Londons Kings Cross on October 24th 1964
Last Steam Locomotive to leave Doncaster locomotive works 1963
Staff and officials give the streamline locomotive a farewell for the last time
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Engine Railway Steam Train Waving Union Of South Africa
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In this photo print, the unmistakable curving bulk of a Gresley Class A4 Pacific express locomotive takes center stage. Standing proudly beside it is a waving array of Doncaster railway workers, their faces filled with both admiration and nostalgia. This iconic image captures a significant moment in history - the farewell given to No 60009 Union of South Africa, the last steam locomotive overhauled at the renowned ex LNER works in 1963. As one gazes upon this snapshot frozen in time, it's impossible not to feel a sense of awe for the power and beauty embodied by this magnificent machine. The streamlined design of the locomotive perfectly complements its sheer size, creating an imposing presence that demands attention. This photograph holds even greater significance when considering that No 60009 later powered the final British Railways steam hauled northbound service from London's Kings Cross on October 24th, 1964. It serves as a poignant reminder of an era coming to an end - marking the transition from steam-powered trains to more modern forms of transportation. The image also offers us a glimpse into the camaraderie shared between staff and officials who bid farewell to this remarkable piece of engineering history. Their waving gestures convey both respect for their workhorse companion and sadness at its departure. Preserved through Memory Lane Prints, this photograph transports us back to a time when steam engines ruled our railways - reminding us all how far we've come while honoring those who dedicated
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