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The Southern Railway engine, Lord Nelson
The Southern Railway engine, Lord Nelson, 850, which gave its name to this class of engines, named after famous admirals. The Lord Nelson is the only preserved engine of this class. Date: c.1926
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This photograph showcases the majestic Southern Railway engine, Lord Nelson (850), a historic steam locomotive that once graced the rails of the British railway system during the 1920s and 30s. Named after the famous admiral Horatio Nelson, this engine was the flagship of its class, with a distinctive design and impressive power. The Lord Nelson, with its gleaming metal exterior and intricate details, is a testament to the engineering prowess of the era. The large, powerful wheels and the billowing steam clouds emanating from the stack convey a sense of raw power and motion. The engine's ornate number plate, proudly displaying the number 850, adds to its grandeur. This engine, now the only preserved example of its kind, is a valuable piece of railway history. It represents a bygone era of transportation, when steam engines ruled the rails and the sound of their hissing steam and chugging wheels were the soundtrack of the industrial landscape. The Lord Nelson's preservation is a testament to the importance of preserving our industrial heritage and the role that steam engines played in shaping the world we live in today. The photograph, taken around 1926, captures the engine in its prime, exuding an air of power, elegance, and nostalgia. The Lord Nelson's enduring legacy continues to inspire and fascinate railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike, reminding us of the rich history of the railways and the engineering marvels that once defined the transportation landscape of the 1920s and 30s.
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