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A workman cutting up an old engine at a breakers yard at North Blyth on 5th January 1965
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A workman cutting up an old engine at a breakers yard at North Blyth on 5th January 1965
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21638297
© Mirrorpix
Engine Journey Ladder One Man Only Public Transport Railways Scrap Trains Unknown Age Blowtorch
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In this print captured on January 5th, 1965, we are transported back in time to a breakers yard at North Blyth. The image showcases the skilled hands of a lone workman as he fearlessly wields a blowtorch against an old engine. With sparks flying and smoke billowing, it is evident that this man is no stranger to his craft. The scene exudes nostalgia for the golden age of railways and public transport in the 1960s. It serves as a poignant reminder of the journey these engines once embarked upon, carrying passengers from one destination to another with unwavering reliability. Now reduced to scrap metal, this engine's final moments are being witnessed by our unknown protagonist. Perched atop a ladder, the workman's face remains hidden from view, leaving us curious about his identity and age. His solitary presence amidst piles of discarded machinery adds an air of solitude but also highlights his expertise in dismantling these mechanical giants. This photograph by NCJ captures not just an ordinary moment at a breakers yard but rather encapsulates an era when trains were more than mere modes of transportation; they represented progress and connected communities across vast distances. As we gaze upon this powerful image frozen in time, we cannot help but reflect on how far we have come since those days while cherishing the memories that still linger within these forgotten engines.
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