British Steam Around the Regions
Author | : K. R. Pirt |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 1977 |
Genre | : Locomotives |
ISBN | : 9780851533223 |
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Author | : K. R. Pirt |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 1977 |
Genre | : Locomotives |
ISBN | : 9780851533223 |
Author | : David Knapman |
Publisher | : Pen and Sword Transport |
Total Pages | : 130 |
Release | : 2021-01-18 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 1526763958 |
The railroad photographer presents original images from the steam era across all the former British Railways regions. As a young photographer in the 1960s, David Knapman was captivated by the drama and grandeur of steam locomotives. In this beautiful collection from his extensive body of work, he shares a thrilling journey through British Railways many lines. Originally from the Southern Region, Knapman later lived on the former Great Eastern Railway in Essex. He travelled to London to photograph steam traction at most of the London Terminus stations, as well as other locations in the London and home counties area, before venturing further afield across Britain.
Author | : Philip Horton |
Publisher | : Silver Link Publishing |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2021 |
Genre | : Railroads |
ISBN | : 9781857945775 |
Author | : Brian Morrison |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 112 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780956258106 |
Author | : Keith Langston |
Publisher | : Casemate Publishers |
Total Pages | : 321 |
Release | : 2012-01-01 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 1845631463 |
After WWII the existing railway companies were all put into the control of the newly formed British Transport Commission and that government organization spawned British Railways, which came into being on 1st January 1948. The railway infrastructure had suffered badly during the war years and most of the steam locomotives were 'tired' and badly maintained and or life expired. Although the management of British Railways was already planning to replace steam power with diesel and electric engines/units they still took a decision to build more steam locomotives (as a stop gap). Some 999 (yes just 1 short) Standard locomotives were built in 12 classes ranging from super powerful express and freight engine to suburban tank locomotives. The locomotives were mainly in good order when the order came in 1968 to end steam, some only 8 years old.There still exists a fleet of 46 preserved Standards of which 75% are in working order in and around the UKs preserved railways, furthermore 3 new build standard locomotives are proposed. Steam fans who were around in the 1960s all remember the 'Standards'.
Author | : Keith Langston |
Publisher | : Casemate Publishers |
Total Pages | : 177 |
Release | : 2012-02-16 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 1845631455 |
The Patriot class, often referred to as 'Baby Scots', were an immediate success displaying consistently good performance. The class was withdrawn over a two year period between 1960 and 1962 having all covered around 1.3 million miles each, unfortunately too early to be considered for preservation. The last two withdrawn were in good condition on withdrawal, but unfortunately all were scrapped.Although no Patriot in either rebuilt or unrebuilt forms survived into preservation a new 'Patriot' is under construction at the Llangollen Railway. The LMS-Patriot Project, a registered charity, is appealing for donations or regular contributions to build the new, 3 cylinder, Fowler designed, parallel boiler, 4-6-0 express passenger loco.Although mostly new, the group will use the leading wheel sets from two LMS 8F locomotives. An unrestored surviving LMS Fowler tender from Woodham Brothers Barry scrap yard will also be used for the project. The new build Patriot is being assembled at the Llangollen Railway Works, and will carry the number of the last built - LMS number 5551 or British Railways number 45551. After a public poll, the new Patriot locomotive will be named The Unknown Warrior, whose tomb is located in Westminster Abbey.The new Royal British Legion backed engine will be launched in late 2011 or early 2012 and this is the only 'official' book of the project. Containing hundreds of new, never before published photographs, British Steam - Patriot will tell the story of the engine from its original concept, follow its production throughout the building period and also its launch.The book will be endorsed by the Royal British Legion and promoted to all its members. This will be a must for all railway enthusiasts.
Author | : Geoff Plumb |
Publisher | : Casemate Publishers |
Total Pages | : 195 |
Release | : 2019-04-30 |
Genre | : Crafts & Hobbies |
ISBN | : 1473869781 |
After the Second War, Britains railways were rundown and worn out, requiring massive investment and modernisation. The Big Four railway companies were nationalized from 1948, and the newly formed British Railways embarked on a programme of building new Standard steam locomotives to replace older types. These started to come on stream from 1951.
Author | : William Alfred Tuplin |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 214 |
Release | : 1969 |
Genre | : Collection locomotives |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Brian Reed |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 138 |
Release | : 1975 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Ernest Leopold Ahrons |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 414 |
Release | : 1927 |
Genre | : Locomotives |
ISBN | : |