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Photo Mug : Steam roller accident in Main Street Grampound, Cornwall. Around 1910-1911
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Steam roller accident in Main Street Grampound, Cornwall. Around 1910-1911
An accident where a steam roller from Aveling & Porter of Rochester careered backwards into a house. No one was hurt and the driver lodged for a few nights in the house in the photograph while the engine was repaired. Information to help date the event was provided by Mrs Vera Webb of Grampound. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : GRMgv.4
Media ID 13774354
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"Relive history with our unique Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring a vintage image from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This captivating photograph, taken around 1910-1911, depicts an intriguing steam roller accident in Grampound, Cornwall. Witness the moment an Aveling & Porter steam roller from Rochester unexpectedly reversed into a house on Main Street. Remarkably, no one was harmed during the incident, with the driver taking refuge inside the house for a few nights. Each mug holds your favorite beverage and presents this fascinating piece of local history with every sip. Perfect for history enthusiasts and collectors, this Photo Mug makes a thoughtful gift or a unique addition to your own collection."
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Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
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Captured in this vintage print is a remarkable incident that unfolded on Main Street, Grampound, Cornwall around 1910-1911. The chaotic scene depicts an unexpected steam roller accident involving a powerful Aveling & Porter engine from Rochester. In a bizarre turn of events, the massive machine careened backwards with great force and crashed into one of the charming thatched houses lining the street. Miraculously, no injuries were reported during this dramatic mishap. The captivating image offers a glimpse into the aftermath of this peculiar event. As repairs were underway to restore the damaged steam engine, its driver found temporary refuge within the very house it had collided with. This curious detail adds an intriguing twist to an already extraordinary tale. Thanks to Mrs Vera Webb's invaluable recollections from Grampound, historians have been able to piece together crucial information for dating this incident accurately. Although the photographer remains unknown, their lens has immortalized this unique moment in time forever. This photograph not only showcases Cornish architecture and traditional thatch roofing but also serves as a testament to human resilience and fortune amidst unforeseen circumstances. It stands as a reminder of how even in moments of chaos and destruction, there can be stories of survival and unexpected connections between man-made marvels like steam engines and humble homes.
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