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Engine No. 4498 the Sir Nigel Gresley being spruced up in the sheds at Thornaby for

Engine No. 4498 the Sir Nigel Gresley being spruced up in the sheds at Thornaby for


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Engine No. 4498 the Sir Nigel Gresley being spruced up in the sheds at Thornaby for

Engine No.4498 the Sir Nigel Gresley being spruced up in the sheds at Thornaby for the Teeside Rail Exhibition on 9th September 1972

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Mirrorpix
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Media ID 21614858

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Cleaning Engines Journey One Man Only Public Transport Rails Railway Sheds Steam Trains Unknown Age


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Engine No. 4498 the Sir Nigel Gresley, a magnificent steam locomotive, is captured in this nostalgic print as it undergoes a thorough sprucing up in the sheds at Thornaby. The year is 1972, and excitement fills the air as preparations are made for the highly anticipated Teeside Rail Exhibition on September 9th. In this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints, we witness an era when steam engines were still an integral part of public transport. With its gleaming exterior and billowing smokestack, Engine No. 4498 stands tall as a symbol of power and elegance amidst the bustling railway sheds. The image evokes memories of a bygone era when trains were not just means of transportation but also sources of wonderment and adventure. As one man diligently works to clean every nook and cranny, his dedication reflects the pride associated with maintaining these mighty machines. The rails leading into the distance hint at countless journeys undertaken by this historic locomotive - carrying passengers across vast landscapes or transporting goods to distant destinations. Its unknown age adds an air of mystery, leaving us to ponder all the stories it could tell if only given voice. This photograph preserves a moment frozen in time - capturing both the beauty and functionality that defined our railways during their heyday.

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