Stephenson Collection (page 11)

Primrose Hill Tunnel near London, on the London and Birmingham Railway, opened in 1838. Engineer Robert Stephenson (1803-1859) Built through difficult London clay

Opening of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, England on 15 September 1830. The engineer for the work was George Stephenson (1781-1848)

Queen Victoria changing trains at Gloucester, 1849. Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) favoured the 7ft 1/4inch (2.2m) broad gauge and designed the Great Western Railway accordingly

Swindon station on the Great Western Railway, 1845. Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) favoured broad gauge 7ft 1/4inch (2.2m) and designed the Great Western Railway accordingly

Bust of Mr. Robert Stephenson, M. P. 1858
Bust of Mr. Robert Stephenson, M.P. 1858

Stephensons Iron Tunnel Railway Bridge, Conway, 1846

George Stephenson - the early years
George Stephenson (1781-1848), English mechanical engineer and builder of the famous "Rocket" steam locomotive. He was born in a colliery village in the coalfields of Newcastle

Stephenson safety lamp C016 / 3684
Safety lamp. A design for a miners safety lamp by George Stephenson made in 1815. This was Stephensons fourth design, intended to prevent explosions caused in coal mines by firedamp (methane)

Stephenson safety lamp C016 / 3683
Safety lamp. A design for a miners safety lamp by George Stephenson made in 1815. This was Stephensons fourth design, intended to prevent explosions caused in coal mines by firedamp (methane)

Railway passes worn by George Stephenson

Stephenson - controversy of the safety lamp
Letter from G Stephenson ? controversy of the safety lamp (Killingworth Colliery), 1822 Date: 1822

An improvement in locomotive steam engines
?An improvement in locomotive steam engines? II, G Stephenson & W Howe, 1846 Date: 1846

Birthplace of George Stephenson. front left view

George Stephenson, lithograph

Rocket steam engine designed by Stephenson, founder of the first factory in the world producing steam locomotives. Engraving. SPAIN. Madrid. Instituto Geol󧩣 o y Minero de Espa񡮠

STEPHENSON, Robert (1803-1859). Steam locomotive
" STEPHENSON, Robert (1803-1859). Steam locomotive " Rocket", designed by Stephenson (1829). Engraving."

BANQUET, 1851. Banquet held for civil engineer Robert Stephenson at Bangor, 1851. Contemporary English wood engraving

LOCOMOTIVE FACTORY, 1864. The fitting room of Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne, England. Wood engraving, English, 1864

LOCOMOTIVE FACTORY, 1864. The lathe and tool shop at Stephensons Locomotive Manufactory at Newcastle-on-Tyne, England. Wood engraving, English, 1864

NEW YORK: STREETCAR, 1831. Original streetcar manufactured in New York by John Stephenson for use on the New York and Harlem Railroad line, 1831. Wood engraving, American, c1880

LOCOMOTIVE, c1830. A couple-wheeled locomotive designed by George Stephenson, c1830. Wood engraving, French, 19th century

LOCOMOTIVE, c1830. An endless-chained wheel locomotive designed by George Stephenson, c1830. Wood engraving, French, 19th century

ROBERT STEPHENSON (1803-1859). English engineer. Stipple engraving, English, 1874

GEORGE STEPHENSON (1781-1848). English inventor and founder of railways. Stipple engraving, 19th century

LOCOMOTIVE: ROCKET, 1829. George Stephensons Rocket, the winner of the Liverpool and Manchester Railways competition of 1829. Wood engraving, French, 19th century

B. F. Stephenson
B.F. Stephenson

The fatal card the powerful drama : by Haddon Chambers & BC Stephenson. Date c1895

The Childrens Home and Orphanage, Lancashire Branch, Edgewo
Boys constructing a reservoir at the Childrens Home on the Moor at Edgworth near Bolton. Founded in 1872 by Methodist minister Thomas Bowman Stephenson

National Childrens Home, Edgworth
Inmates and staff at the Childrens Home on the Moor at Edgworth near Bolton, founded in 1872 by Methodist minister Thomas Bowman Stephenson

The Kings Rally of Boy Scouts: Chief Scout by Frank Haviland
Illustrated portrait of General Sir Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, founder of the Boy Scout movement. Date: 8th July 1911

George Stephenson / Weds
GEORGE STEPHENSON Engineer and his wife riding home on their wedding day Date: 1781 - 1848

Losh and Stephensons carriage. Historical artwork of a steam locomotive patented in 1815 by engineer George Stephenson (1781-1848)

Philadelphia & Reading 0-4-0 Woodburner (Rocket) built in 1838
The " Rocket" was one of eight locomotives (Firefly, Spitfire, Comet, Dragon, Helca, Planet and Gem) ordered from and built by the Braithwaite, Milner & Company of London

PSCI2A-00056
George Stephenson experimenting with his safety lamp in an English coal mine, early 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Schoolboy inspects the Rocket locomotive at the Science Museum, 1929 Date: 1929

Thundersley built by Robert Stephenson and Company
Locomotive no 80 Thundersley built by Robert Stephenson and Company for LT&SR

Stephensons Great A locomotive and Fenton, Murray and Jacksons broad gauge locomotive Date: 1897

White Horse of Kent, plan and side elevation

Newcastle boat race
The start of a boat race during the George Stephenson centenary celebrations in Newcastle

A bowling green
A group of men enjoying a games of bowls, during the George Stephenson centenary celebrations in Newcastle

The Britannia bridge
Three views of the Britannia bridge, which was built across the Menai strait between the island of Anglesey and the mainland of Wales. The bridge was begun in 1846 and completed in March 1850

Hay Harvesting, National Childrens Home, Edgworth, Lancs
Boys harvesting hay at the National Childrens Home, Edgworth, near Bolton, Lancashire. They carry pitchforks and a horse-drawn wagon is fully loaded

Childrens Home on the Moor, Edgworth, Lancashire
The Childrens Home on the Moor at Edgworth near Bolton, Lancashire, was founded in 1872 by the Methodist minister Thomas Bowman Stephenson

Baden-Powell and Duke of York attend Cub Scout gathering
A wolf cub scout gathering at Hyde Park, London 1921 attended by the Duke of York (later King George VI) and sitting to his right

Wolf Cub Scout gathering at Hyde Park
A group of Wolf cubs scouts, some sitting crossed legged, some standing, attend a gathering at Hyde Park London held in the presence of Sir Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden Powell 1857-1941

Robert Stephenson
Portrait of Robert Stephenson (1803-1859) was an English civil engineer, son of George Stephenson, who first built the locomotive. Robert built Britannia Bridge on Menai Straits

Newcastle - Swing Bridge and High Level Bridge
The High Level Bridge, Newcastle Upon Tyne (rear). Designed by Robert Stephenson and built between 1847 and 1849, it is the first major example of a wrought iron tied arch or bow-string girder

Sunderland Bridge
Bridge over the Wear at Sunderland (Tyne & Wear), with shipping including a sailing vessel being towed out to sea by a steam tug. Built 1793, repaired Robt Stephenson 1859

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Stephenson: A Legacy of Innovation and Achievement Stephenson, a name synonymous with innovation and achievement, has left an indelible mark on various fields throughout history. From the iconic 205 ton J-class yacht Velsheda sailing close hauled in 1933 to George Stephenson's Rocket - the pre-1923 replica that revolutionized locomotive design, this family's contributions have been nothing short of extraordinary. George Stephenson (1781-1848), often hailed as the "Father of Railways, " was a visionary engineer who transformed transportation forever. His schematic view of The Rocket locomotive from 1829 showcases his groundbreaking ideas and propelled railways into the modern era. With its sleek design and advanced technology for its time, The Rocket set new standards in speed and efficiency. In 1831, Stephenson faced one of his greatest challenges when he tackled the treacherous Rail/Chat Moss project. Overcoming immense difficulties posed by marshy terrain, he successfully completed this ambitious railway line, solidifying his reputation as an engineering genius. The influence extended beyond railroads; even Baden-Powell himself recognized their expertise. As Chief Scout, he sought inspiration from their innovative spirit to shape scouting principles that would empower generations to come. Not limited to engineering feats alone, the Stephensons also made significant contributions to cultural events like the Shakespeare Exhibition at Earls Court in London. Their involvement showcased their diverse interests and commitment to promoting arts alongside science. Edward Pease Loco from 1856 stands as another testament to this family's ingenuity in locomotive design. This masterpiece exemplifies how they continued pushing boundaries long after George Stephenson's passing. Robert Stephenson Lucas further carried forward his father's legacy through remarkable achievements such as Huddersfield Station - a marvel combining architectural grandeur with functional excellence. From sea voyages aboard Velsheda to land journeys powered by The Rocket, the name Stephenson has become synonymous with progress and innovation.