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Mabel Kitson, Railway Queen 1927-1928
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Mabel Kitson, Railway Queen 1927-1928
The second Railway Queen, Mabel Kitson, pictured on the deck of the French steamship, Lorrain, as she heads to France on her peace mission in August 1928. Mabel was just 15 years old when she became Railway Queen. She was the daughter of a GWR signalman and lived in Colwall, on the edge of the Malvern Hills
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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In this print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, we are transported back to a momentous time in history. Meet Mabel Kitson, the second Railway Queen of 1927-1928, as she embarks on an extraordinary journey towards peace. At just 15 years old, Mabel's youthful determination shines through her eyes and radiant smile. Pictured on the deck of the majestic French steamship, Lorrain, Mabel exudes confidence and grace beyond her tender age. It is August 1928 when she sets sail for France on a noble peace mission that would leave an indelible mark on her life and those around her. Hailing from Colwall, a picturesque village nestled near the Malvern Hills, Mabel was no ordinary schoolgirl. As the daughter of a Great Western Railway signalman, she had grown up amidst railway tracks and locomotives that fueled her passion for all things rail-related. Becoming Railway Queen at such a young age was undoubtedly an honor bestowed upon Mabel by adoring fans who recognized her magnetic charm and unwavering dedication to promoting railways across Britain. Her reign symbolized hope and progress during an era defined by rapid industrialization. This print captures not only Mabel's remarkable beauty but also serves as a testament to her role as an ambassador for unity between nations. Let us marvel at this snapshot frozen in time - forever commemorating one girl's extraordinary journey towards peace in turbulent times.
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