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LMS Accident, Lichfield Trent Valley Railway Station, Lichfi
LMS Accident, Lichfield Trent Valley Railway Station, Lichfield, Staffordshire, England. Date: 1946
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1946 Accident Lichfield Staffordshire Trent
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating LMS Accident poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to Lichfield Trent Valley Railway Station in 1946. Witness the intrigue of a bygone era as you take in the aftermath of a LMS (London Midland and Scottish Railway) accident. The black smoke billowing from the locomotive and the determined response from railway personnel create a scene of both chaos and resilience. Add this historic print to your wall and let the story of the LMS Accident unfold in your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 55cm x 42cm (21.7" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Witnessing History: The LMS Accident at Lichfield Trent Valley Railway Station, 1946 This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in railway history at Lichfield Trent Valley Railway Station, Staffordshire, England, in 1946. The scene is one of chaos and destruction, as the aftermath of a devastating accident unfolds before the eyes of onlookers. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, reveals the aftermath of a collision between two trains of the London Midland and Scottish (LMS) Railway. The exact cause of the accident remains unclear, but what is certain is the immense damage inflicted upon the rolling stock and the disruption it caused to the daily lives of passengers and railway staff. The image is a testament to the resilience and determination of those involved, as they work together to clear the wreckage and restore normal service. The photograph shows a diverse group of people, including railway workers, emergency services personnel, and curious onlookers, all gathered around the scene of the accident. Their expressions range from shock and sadness to determination and resolve. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the risks and challenges faced by railway workers during this era. Despite the dangers, the railway continued to be a vital means of transportation for people and goods, connecting communities and driving economic growth. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the railway was an integral part of daily life, and reminding us of the importance of learning from history to inform our present and shape our future. The photograph is a valuable historical record, providing insight into the human stories and experiences that shaped the railway industry in post-war Britain. It is a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve moments in time, allowing us to bear witness to history as it unfolds.
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