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Inaugural train, on RHDR 5 August 1926
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Inaugural train, on RHDR 5 August 1926
The Duke of York at New Romney having driven the inaugural train on The Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, hauled by " Northern Chief" from The Duke of Yorks bridge a distance of 1.5 miles from New Romney. Accompanying the Duke of York on the footplate is Capt.J.Howey, principal shareholder, whilst on the tender is Mr. H.N. Gresley, the C.M.E. of the London & North Eastern Railway. The line was officially opened on 16 July 1927.
Ronald Shephard Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Shephard 1/56/5
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This print captures a historic moment in time - the inaugural train ride on the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway (RHDR) on 5 August 1926. The Duke of York, later known as King George VI, can be seen proudly standing on the footplate after having driven the train from New Romney to The Duke of Yorks bridge, a distance of 1.5 miles. Accompanying him is Capt. J. Howey, principal shareholder of RHDR, sharing this significant milestone. The locomotive "Northern Chief" pulls the train with remarkable power and elegance. On the tender stands Mr. H. N. Gresley, Chief Mechanical Engineer of London & North Eastern Railway (LNER), symbolizing collaboration between two prestigious railway companies. It's fascinating to witness this historical event unfold through this well-preserved photograph from the Ronald Shephard Collection at West Sussex Record Office. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in constructing such an impressive narrow-gauge railway line. Notably, it took almost a year for RHDR to officially open its doors to passengers on 16 July 1927 after this momentous journey was captured forever in time by an unknown photographer. Let us cherish this extraordinary snapshot that encapsulates both engineering marvels and royal presence while celebrating an important chapter in British railway history.
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