Dusty Old Slides #20 by escafeld
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London & North Western Railway No.3020 Cornwall was built in 1847 as an express passenger locomotive to the design of Francis Trevithick. Later, in a rebuilt form, it became a favourite of the company's chief mechanical engineers. It was withdrawn from service in 1902, according to The Railway Magazine, but was kept available to haul the Chief Mechanical Engineer's private saloon. On the morning of 20th July 1920 "Cornwall" took the C.M.E. (C.J.Bowen Cooke) from Crewe to Euston, as he was en route to Falmouth in Cornwall to convalesce after an illness. Later the same day the engine returned to Crewe as pilot to Claughton engine No. 1914 "Patriot". This was the last time the engine worked on a revenue earning train. Thanks to its 'celebrity status', No.3020 still exists in 2005, and may be visited in the National Railway Museum's new Locomotion building at Shildon.
The image shows No.3020 at Crewe Locomotive Works, and the chock under the front wheel is for safety reasons as the public were eventually allowed on board.
I might do one more slide and then have a change so thanks for your continuing interest and comments, so good to see you. Kind regards, Dave.
Comments (24)
anulos
I am no child anymore, but I'm still fascinated by these old locs. Hamma!
marybelgium
great serie !
nikolais
another jemstone
bentchick
What a beautiful engine! Wonderful Shot here! I have really enjoyed your lesson in trains and can't wait to see what you have in store for us next! Have a great day!
Zacko
At work now...no time to comment...bla bla bla bla...cant miss your beauties though. And that is just what this is. Love that brick house!!!! Gorgeous old slide, perfect tone!!!! Enjoy your day #:O)
SirIglesDremont
fantastic shot!
Tedz
A fine display...I recall the old Chocks.
1pearl
Excellent photo !!!
thesymphonyofthelife
an excellent photography with nice details and contrast. have a good day
pm_hackworth
Excellent as always! ;0)
soulofharmony
excellent and nostalgic such beautiful treasures...:))))
ana-maria
Another excellent image of this interesting series.
Haeberle
Yup, indeed a fascinating series, so interesting and well presented (slides + info text !) Excellent work my friend !
PapaGuru
Great iron-oldie, just a fine old slide :)
Enmos
Cool looking steamer again Dave !! You have such great oldies, superb work here again !! :o)
solrac_gi_2nd
Being a 'train addicted' I can not help loving this capture ! Bravo Dave !!!
Lledeline
Fantastic again.
weesel
Luv these 2-2-2 types. Is this a Stirling or Iron Duke do you know?
ebsmooth
oh wow!!! look at that old timer!!! i'll bet that was put to good use back in it's day!!! outstanding capture!! i just love your "Dusty Slildes" series, could go on forever as far as i'm concerned!!!
b2amphot
There is a certain artistic elegance to this locomotive. I didn't know there was a 2-2-2 configuration. Super contribution.
cynlee
1847!! pretty amazing choo choo! perfectly seen :]
Akinom
As I've already said... you should print a book... such wonderful old objects you have caught! Fantastic!
chantal-france
A beautiful machinery :)) love the shapes of it!! superb shot too :)) One of my favorites of the series :)) V
TwoPynts
What a lovely old engine. It is "Emily" from the new Thomas & Friends episodes. Hahaha ;oP http://www.reed.co.nz/graphics/catalogue/TSL%20Emily.jpg