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Hundreds of commuters using the North Tyneside line were delayed on 6th April 1971 after
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Hundreds of commuters using the North Tyneside line were delayed on 6th April 1971 after
Hundreds of commuters using the North Tyneside line were delayed on 6th April 1971 after the derailment of the Talisman express on Dean Street Viaduct, north of Newcastle Central Station.
The sixth and seventh coaches, including the restaurant car, of the 11 coach train, travelling from Kings Cross to Edinburgh, jack-knifed and tilted against a guard rail on the 100 foot high viaduct. no one was hurt but three passengers were treated for shock
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Media ID 21645524
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to a significant event in the history of North Tyneside's transportation. On April 6th, 1971, hundreds of commuters using the North Tyneside line experienced an unexpected delay due to the derailment of the Talisman express on Dean Street Viaduct, just north of Newcastle Central Station. The image captures the aftermath of this incident, with the sixth and seventh coaches of the eleven-coach train jack-knifed and tilted against a guard rail on this towering viaduct. Remarkably, no one was injured in this dramatic crash; however, three passengers required treatment for shock. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded not only of the resilience and expertise displayed by railway engineers but also how fragile our daily routines can be when relying on public transport. The presence of cars parked nearby serves as a stark contrast between individual mobility and communal travel. This photograph encapsulates both chaos and calmness simultaneously - showcasing how swiftly life can change within moments. It stands as a testament to an era when trains were at their peak popularity while offering us glimpses into historical elements such as track signals and rails that have shaped our modern-day infrastructure. Let us reflect upon this remarkable piece that transports us back to a defining moment in North Tyneside's railway history – reminding us that even amidst disruption, progress continues forward.
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