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Railway accident at Little Salkeld, July 1933
Railway accident at Little Salkeld, July 1933
Train derailed in a railway accident at Little Salkeld station on the Settle to Carlisle line, 10 July 1933. The London, Midland & Scottish Railways Carlisle to London express was derailed when it hit three wagons which had been mistakenly shunted across its path. The driver of the freight train was killed and 35 passengers and staff injured
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Media ID 10375034
Accident Cumberland Cumbria Little Sal Little Salkeld Wreckage
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This print captures the aftermath of a devastating railway accident that occurred on July 10, 1933, at Little Salkeld station on the Settle to Carlisle line in Cumberland, Cumbria. The London, Midland & Scottish Railways Carlisle to London express train was tragically derailed when it collided with three wagons that had been mistakenly shunted onto its path. The impact resulted in the loss of life for the freight train's driver and left 35 passengers and staff injured. The image showcases the sheer wreckage caused by this horrific incident. Twisted metal frames and scattered debris serve as haunting reminders of the immense force unleashed during the collision. It is a stark visual representation of both human error and its catastrophic consequences. Little Salkeld stands frozen in time within this photograph, forever marked by tragedy. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of how quickly lives can be altered by unforeseen circumstances. It also pays tribute to those affected by this disaster – from those who lost their lives or were injured to their families and loved ones left behind. Preserved by the National Railway Museum, this print immortalizes an event that shook not only Little Salkeld but also reverberated throughout railway history. It serves as a somber reminder of our responsibility to prioritize safety measures within transportation systems while honoring those whose lives were forever changed on that fateful day in July 1933.
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