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George Jackson Churchward (1857 - 1933)
George Jackson Churchward, pictured here in 1918, was the GWRs Chief Mechanical Engineer between 1902 and 1921. He oversaw the Swindon Works modernisation and introduced the 4-6-0 locomotives, the blueprint for some the GWRs most iconic express engines. He died in Swindon in 1933 after being struck by a train as he was crossing the railway tracks between his home and the Works
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
18"x18" (46x46cm) Fibre filled cushion with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone coloured faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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In this evocative photograph, George Jackson Churchward, the Chief Mechanical Engineer (CME) of the Great Western Railway (GWR) from 1902 to 1921, is seen in the prime of his career in 1918. Churchward, who is dressed in a formal suit and wearing a bowler hat, is standing in front of a backdrop of steam trains and industrial machinery, symbolizing his significant role in the railway industry. During his tenure as CME, Churchward oversaw the modernization of the Swindon Works, which became the hub of GWR's engineering activities. He introduced the 4-6-0 locomotives, which served as the blueprint for some of the GWR's most iconic express engines. Churchward's innovative designs and engineering expertise helped to establish the GWR as a leading railway company in the UK. Despite his professional success, Churchward's life was tragically cut short. He died in Swindon in 1933, after being struck by a train while crossing the railway tracks between his home and the Works. The photograph captures the essence of a man who dedicated his life to the railway industry and left an indelible mark on its history. Churchward's legacy continues to be celebrated at the STEAM Museum of the GWR in Swindon, which preserves and showcases the rich history of the railway industry in the region. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the visionary engineer who helped shape the future of rail transport in the UK.
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