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Bridge over the Irwell, Victoria Station, Manchester, 1845 In 1838 Samuel Brooks
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Bridge over the Irwell, Victoria Station, Manchester, 1845 In 1838 Samuel Brooks
Bridge over the Irwell, Victoria Station, Manchester, 1845
In 1838 Samuel Brooks, vice-chairman of the Manchester and Leeds Railway (MLR) bought land at Hunts Bank close to the cathedral and presented it to the company for a station to replace the inconveniently located Manchester Oldham Road railway station opened by the company on 3 July 1839. The station was initially a long, low single-storey building designed by George Stephenson and completed by John Brogden on 1 January 1844. It was named Victoria by permission of Her Majesty. The long single platform handled M&LR trains to Leeds and elsewhere at its eastern end. The Liverpool and Manchester Railway extended its line from Ordsall, near the original Manchester Liverpool Road railway station, and its trains operated from Victorias western end from 4 May 1844
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This vintage print captures the iconic "Bridge over the Irwell, Victoria Station" in Manchester, taken in 1845. The image showcases a significant moment in history when Samuel Brooks, vice-chairman of the Manchester and Leeds Railway (MLR), acquired land at Hunts Bank to construct a new station. This development aimed to replace the inconveniently located Manchester Oldham Road railway station. Designed by George Stephenson and completed by John Brogden on January 1,1844, Victoria Station initially featured a long single-storey building. It was granted its name "Victoria" with permission from Her Majesty herself. The station boasted a lengthy platform that efficiently managed M&LR trains heading towards Leeds and other destinations. The photograph also highlights how the Liverpool and Manchester Railway extended its line from Ordsall to connect with Victoria Station's western end starting May 4,1844. This expansion allowed for seamless travel between both cities. Transport enthusiasts will appreciate this snapshot as it encapsulates the golden age of train travel during the industrial revolution of the 19th century. The image showcases an era characterized by steam locomotives dominating city landscapes while horse-drawn carts navigate bustling streets nearby. With its rich historical significance and stunning visual appeal, this black-and-white print serves as a testament to engineering marvels of yesteryears and invites viewers to step back into time when innovation shaped industries and transformed societies forever.
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