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Entrance to the tunnel and booking offices New Station, Lime Street, Liverpool, 1836
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Entrance to the tunnel and booking offices New Station, Lime Street, Liverpool, 1836
Entrance to the tunnel and booking offices New Station, Lime Street, Liverpool, 1836. The Liverpool & Manchester Railway was built under the guidance of chief engineer George Stephenson. It opened on 15th September 1830, becoming the worlds first inter-city railway. From Liverpool and Manchester Railway, 1836
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Dais John Harris Liverpool Liverpool And Manchester Railway Merseyside Platform Railway Line Railway Station Station Steam Engine Steam Locomotive Steam Train Train Train Station Tunnel Booking Office Harris Historica Graphica Collection Lime Street Station
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This print captures the grandeur and historical significance of the "Entrance to the tunnel and booking offices New Station, Lime Street, Liverpool" in 1836. As a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess, this station was part of the groundbreaking Liverpool & Manchester Railway, which revolutionized inter-city travel when it opened on September 15th, 1830. Under the guidance of esteemed chief engineer George Stephenson, this railway became known as the world's first inter-city railway. The lithograph showcases an impressive architectural feat with its intricate roof design and platform layout. Inside, passengers would have marveled at the bustling atmosphere as they awaited their steam locomotive to transport them on their journey. The vibrant colors captured in this image bring to life a bygone era where train travel was still in its infancy but rapidly changing society's perception of transportation. John Harris skillfully immortalizes this momentous occasion through his lens, allowing us to glimpse into a time when railways were transforming not only how people traveled but also how cities developed. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we are reminded of the immense impact that railways had on shaping our modern world. This image serves as a visual portal into history – an invitation for us to reflect upon our past while appreciating how far we have come in terms of transportation and connectivity.
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