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At the other end of its revenue-earning mainline career
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At the other end of its revenue-earning mainline career
At the other end of its revenue-earning mainline career, Flying Scotsman makes its final exit from KingOs Cross for British Railways in 1963, having steamed more than two million miles in 40 years - not a bad investment for the railways.
Probably the worlds most famous steam train, " The Flying Scotsman", pictured as it was withdrawn from service. The great train had been in service for 40 years and had travelled 2, 076, 000 miles. The story doesn t end there however. After years of touring the world, the Flying Scotsman was purchased by Dr Tony Marchington for £ 1.25 million and after a lot of effort will make its first run after being fully restored on the 4th July 1999 with a trip from Kings Cross to York
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This print captures the iconic "Flying Scotsman" at the end of its revenue-earning mainline career in 1963. After steaming an impressive two million miles over a span of 40 years, this legendary steam train bids farewell to King's Cross for British Railways. It stands as a testament to the railways' wise investment and enduring legacy. Known as one of the world's most famous steam trains, "The Flying Scotsman" holds a special place in history. This image showcases its withdrawal from service after four decades of faithful operation, having traversed an astonishing distance of 2,076,000 miles. However, this is not where its story ends. After retiring from regular service, the Flying Scotsman embarked on a new chapter that would take it across continents. Eventually purchased by Dr Tony Marchington for £1.25 million, this remarkable locomotive underwent extensive restoration efforts. Finally restored to its former glory, it made its triumphant return on July 4th, 1999 with an inaugural journey from Kings Cross to York. This photograph evokes nostalgia for a bygone era when steam engines ruled the rails and captivated crowds at bustling stations like King's Cross. It serves as a reminder of both the rich heritage and timeless allure associated with railway transport during the 1960s—a true treasure captured by Daily Mirror's Memory Lane Prints collection.
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