Chunnel Collection

Aerial image of entrance to The Channel Tunnel (Chunnel) (Eurotunnel), beneath the English Channel, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The first Eurostar test train hauled through the Channel Tunnel from France to Britain. It was towed by a pair of diesel engines and carried only essential personnel

Malcolm Rifkind (Right), Secretary of State for Transport, and his French counterpart Michel Delebarre celebrate the tunnel breakthrough at the Shakespeare Cliff entrance by showing their stamped

The first Eurostar test train hauled through the Channel Tunnel from France to Britain. It was towed by a pair of diesel engines and carried only essential personnel

France, Nord-Pas de Calais Region, Coquelles, English Channel Chunnel drilling machine

Channel Tunnel proprosals, 1985(pages 2-3)
Article from The Illustrated London News, November 1985, detailing four proposed plans for the construction of a Channel Tunnel. The fourth was revealed as an exclusive by the ILN. Page 2-3 of 6

British and French dignitaries, Malcolm Rifkind, Secretary of State for Transport, and his French counterpart Michel Delebarre and members of the TML board queue to clear French

Logistics depot at the base of Shakespeare Cliff during construction of the Channel tunnel. Railway sidings were established to take delivery of building supplies by rail

Bateman and Revys railway tube project 1869
Bateman and Revys railway tube project. The bell pierces the tunnel. Date: 1869

A large boring machine used to cut the tunnel for the Chunnel is now a monument to the men who died building it at Calais in the the department of Pas-de-Calais, France

Channel Tunnel proprosals, 1985(5)
Article from The Illustrated London News, November 1985, detailing four proposed plans for the construction of a Channel Tunnel. The fourth was revealed as an exclusive by the ILN. Page 5 of 6

Channel Tunnel proprosals, 1985(4)
Article from The Illustrated London News, November 1985, detailing four proposed plans for the construction of a Channel Tunnel. The fourth was revealed as an exclusive by the ILN. Page 4 of 6

Channel Tunnel proprosals, 1985(1)
Article from The Illustrated London News, November 1985, detailing four proposed plans for the construction of a Channel Tunnel. The fourth was revealed as an exclusive by the ILN. Page 1 of 6

Channel Tunnel proprosals, 1985(6)
Article from The Illustrated London News, November 1985, detailing four proposed plans for the construction of a Channel Tunnel. The fourth was revealed as an exclusive by the ILN. Page 6 of 6

Chunnel Hopes & Fears
Britain is both hopeful and fearful about the Channel Tunnel... Date: 1882

Proposed Channel Tunnel, 1880
The proposed channel tunnel with three engravings showing the preliminary experimental workings at Sangatte on the French coast, Ness Point, St

Picture No. 10741340
The Channel Tunnel (Chunnel or Eurotunnel), is a 50.450 km long rail tunnel beneath the English Channel at the Strait of Dover, connecting Folkestone, Kent Date:

Argument against Chunnel
An argument against the Channel Tunnel - being cooped up with a snoring Frenchman smelling of frogs legs and garlic for as long as it takes to pass from Calais to Dover ! Date: 1882

Chunnel / Lanos / Lift
The train may either enter the tunnel via a giant lift or an inclined plane Date: 1905

French Chunnel Workings
French workings at Sangatte

Hawkshaws Chunnel Prop
Sir John Hawkshaw proposes a tunnel beneath the seabed between Dover and Calais

Visiting Chunnel Works 3
A tram carries visitors to the English workings to the limits of current activity

Chunnel / Lanos / Sea Floor
A tunnel resting on the sea floor would be very vulnerable

Chunnel / Lanos / Explodes
Should war break out, the tunnel may be blown up

Chunnel / Italian Version
An Italian conception of the Channel Tunnel

Chunnel / Batemanrevy / Bell
Bateman and Revys railway tube project

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"The Chunnel: A Historic Engineering Marvel Connecting Nations Beneath the English Channel" In this captivating aerial image, we witness the grand entrance to The Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel. This remarkable engineering feat has linked two nations like never before, enabling seamless travel beneath the mighty English Channel. The concept of a tunnel under the channel was first proposed in 1985, and these pages from that era's proposals shed light on the ambitious vision behind this groundbreaking project. As we delve into history, we discover Bateman and Revys' railway tube project of 1869, which laid some early groundwork for what would eventually become the Chunnel. The hopes and fears surrounding such an audacious endeavor are palpable throughout time. In 1880, plans for a proposed Channel Tunnel were already taking shape - a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Fast forward to more recent times when British and French dignitaries gathered together with Malcolm Rifkind, Secretary of State for Transport at that time. Their presence symbolized not only political cooperation but also their unwavering commitment to making this dream a reality. Finally, our attention is drawn towards an iconic moment - the first Eurostar test train being hauled through the Channel Tunnel from France to Britain. This historic event marked a new chapter in transportation history as it showcased how seamlessly countries could be connected through this underground marvel. The Chunnel stands tall as an enduring symbol of human achievement; it represents unity amidst geographical barriers while revolutionizing cross-channel travel forevermore.