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The Railway Accident at Downton, near Salisbury (engraving)
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The Railway Accident at Downton, near Salisbury (engraving)
1622580 The Railway Accident at Downton, near Salisbury (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Railway Accident at Downton, near Salisbury. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 June 1884.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23555590
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Railway Accident Rescue Salisbury Scuttling Wiltshire Wreck Downton
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This print captures the aftermath of "The Railway Accident at Downton, near Salisbury". The engraving, created by Melton Prior in 1884, showcases a dramatic scene that unfolded on the railways. In this chaotic image, we see the wreckage of a train accident strewn across the tracks. Surviving passengers are seen scrambling to safety while rescue efforts are underway. The sheer devastation is evident as twisted metal and debris surround them. The artist's attention to detail brings forth an atmosphere of urgency and despair. The expressions on the faces of those involved tell stories of fear and shock amidst this tragic event. It serves as a reminder of both the fragility of life and the resilience of human spirit in times of crisis. Located in Wiltshire near Salisbury, Downton becomes etched into history through this haunting depiction. This engraving was originally published in The Illustrated London News on June 14th, 1884 - forever memorializing this railway accident. As we gaze upon this print from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported back to a time when rail travel was still relatively new and accidents like these were not uncommon. It serves as a poignant reminder that progress often comes with risks but also highlights humanity's ability to come together in times of adversity for rescue and support.
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