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No 4342 carrying a train of car containers up to the Scottish Motor show, 1935
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No 4342 carrying a train of car containers up to the Scottish Motor show, 1935
Seen here passing through Princes Risborough
2-6-0, 43xx class locomotive, built 1913
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 524002
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This print captures a remarkable moment in history, as the mighty No 4342 locomotive powers through Princes Risborough. The year is 1935, and this powerful 2-6-0 engine is on a significant mission - transporting a train of car containers to the highly anticipated Scottish Motor show. As the steam billows from its chimney, No 4342 proudly showcases its strength and elegance. Built in 1913, this magnificent locomotive has stood the test of time and continues to serve with unwavering dedication. Its sleek design and robust build are evident in every detail captured by this photograph. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of picturesque countryside, adding an element of serenity to the dynamic energy emanating from No 4342. It symbolizes progress, innovation, and the power of transportation that connects communities far and wide. This image serves as a testament to the rich heritage preserved at STEAM Museum of GWR. It encapsulates not only an era gone by but also pays homage to those who built these marvels of engineering excellence. Each carriage container holds within it dreams for adventure and exploration - aspirations that were made possible thanks to pioneers like No 4342. Let this evocative photograph transport you back in time; feel the rumble beneath your feet as No 4342 carries its precious cargo towards new horizons during that fateful journey up to Scotland's prestigious motor show in 1935.
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