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Duchess of Gloucester, L. M. S. on the Turntable, Camden Town, 1940
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Duchess of Gloucester, L. M. S. on the Turntable, Camden Town, 1940
Duchess of Gloucester, L.M.S. on the Turntable, Camden Town, 1940. From Trains of Today. [Juvenile Productions Ltd. London, 1940]
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Camden Camden Town Duchess Of Gloucester Journey Public Transport Steam Locomotive Steam Train Track Train Travelling Turning Turntable Wartime
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This photo print, titled "Duchess of Gloucester, L. M. S. on the Turntable, Camden Town, 1940" takes us back to a significant moment in London's transportation history. The image showcases a majestic steam train known as the Duchess of Gloucester from the London Midland Scottish Railway (L. M. S. ) era. Set against a backdrop of bustling tracks and surrounded by curious onlookers, this photograph captures the essence of travel during wartime in the 1940s. A group of men clad in brown overalls can be seen operating the turntable with precision and expertise. Their red attire adds a vibrant touch to an otherwise monochromatic scene. The Duchess of Gloucester stands proudly at the center stage, exuding power and elegance with its sleek design and billowing plumes of steam. This iconic locomotive symbolizes both progress and resilience during challenging times. As we delve into this snapshot from mid-20th century London, we are transported to an era where public transport played a vital role in connecting communities across vast distances. It serves as a reminder that even amidst war-torn landscapes, life continued to move forward thanks to these remarkable feats of engineering. Preserved through time by The Print Collector29 for future generations to appreciate, this image encapsulates not only an important decade but also pays homage to those who dedicated their lives to keeping Britain's railways running smoothly during one of its most trying periods.
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