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Fowler Ploughing Engine
Unknown Fowler Ploughing engine, built by John Fowler & Co. in Leeds ca 1870. Date: 1970s-1980s
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Agricultural Fowler Heavy Leeds Machinery Ploughing Unknown
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases an Unknown Fowler Ploughing Engine, a remarkable relic from the past built by John Fowler & Co. in Leeds around 1870. The engine, which dates back to the late 1970s or early 1980s, is a testament to the ingenuity and industrial prowess of the Victorian era. John Fowler & Co. was a renowned engineering firm that produced a wide range of heavy machinery, including steam-powered ploughing engines. This particular engine, with its intricate design and robust construction, exemplifies the company's commitment to innovation and efficiency in agriculture. Steam power was a game-changer in the agricultural industry, allowing farmers to plow larger areas more quickly and efficiently than ever before. The Fowler Ploughing Engine in this photograph is a prime example of this technological advancement, with its large, powerful engine and imposing plow blades. Despite being over a century old, the engine in this photograph retains an air of majesty and power. Its steam-powered mechanism, with its hissing valves and puffing smokestack, evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era. The image transports us back to a time when steam power ruled the fields and agriculture was on the cusp of a technological revolution. This photograph is a rare and valuable document of agricultural history, offering a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the important role that engineering and innovation have played in shaping the way we produce food and care for the land.
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