The Rebuilt Royal Scots

The Rebuilt Royal Scots PDF Author: Fred James
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ISBN:
Category : Steam locomotives
Languages : en
Pages : 60

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The Rebuilt Royal Scots

The Rebuilt Royal Scots PDF Author: Fred James
Publisher:
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Category : Steam locomotives
Languages : en
Pages : 60

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Rebuilt Royal Scots

Rebuilt Royal Scots PDF Author: G. W. Morrison
Publisher: Ian Allen Pub
ISBN: 9780711028838
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 80

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The Rebuilt 'Royal Scots'

The Rebuilt 'Royal Scots' PDF Author: Fred James
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781874103493
Category : Locomotives
Languages : en
Pages : 60

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LMS/BR Class 7 4-6-0 Rebuilds

LMS/BR Class 7 4-6-0 Rebuilds PDF Author: David Clarke
Publisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1847976522
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 374

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A comprehensive look at the LMS/BR Class 7 4-6-0 rebuilt locomotives, including the rebuilt Jubilees, the rebuilt Patriots and the rebuilt Royal Scots. The book includes hundreds of photographs and feedback from the original crews that operated the engines. Contents include:Origins of the rebuilt Class 7s in the 1940s and the design of the 2A boiler; Differences between the classes; Liveries, names and name plates; Detailed allocation tables; Rebuilt Class 7s to the rescue - the severe winter of 1962/3; Decline of the Class 7s and withdrawal in the 1960s; Preservation of the Class 7 rebuilds. Essential reading for all locomotive enthisiasts, illustrated with 240 colour photographs and includes feedback from the original crews.

Royal Scots and Patriots of the LMS

Royal Scots and Patriots of the LMS PDF Author: Oswald Stevens Nock
Publisher:
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Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 104

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British Steam Military Connections: London, Midland and Scottish Railway Steam Locomotives

British Steam Military Connections: London, Midland and Scottish Railway Steam Locomotives PDF Author: Keith Langston
Publisher: Pen and Sword
ISBN: 1473878551
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 487

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This British Railways history explores the long-held tradition of naming steam locomotives in honor of the military. The naming of steam locomotives was a beloved British tradition since the first railway locomotives appeared in 1804. Many of the names were chosen in honor of military personnel, regiments, squadrons, naval vessels, aircraft, battles, and associated historic events. This volume looks specifically at the steam locomotives with military-inspired names that were built by the London & North Eastern Railway, which joined the British Railways stock in 1948. A large number of the company’s Jubilee class locomotives were given names with a military connection, as were a small number of Black Five class engines. Famously the majority of the much-admired Royal Scot class of engines carried names associated with the military in general and regimental names in particular. Many of the nameplates were adorned with ornate crests and badges. Long after the demise of mainline steam, rescued nameplates have become prized collectors’ items. This generously illustrated publication highlights the relevant steam locomotives and explains the origins and social history surrounding their military names.

The A4 Pacifics After Gresley

The A4 Pacifics After Gresley PDF Author: Ronald Hillier
Publisher: Pen and Sword Transport
ISBN: 139907346X
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 226

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In their book ‘Gresley’s Silver Link’ the authors analyzed the evolution of the A4s Gresley’s and their service up to Gresley’s death in 1941. This book takes this compelling story from the early years of the war up to their demise in the 1960s After four years of service pulling the LNER’s most prestigious trains the A4s took on a more utilitarian role and for six years worked hard to support Britain’s war effort. From this they emerged bowed, but unbeaten, although in an extremely jaded condition. Once restored they took up where they had left off in 1939 and did exceptional service for the rest of their days. With the help of previously unpublished material the authors analyze the second phase of the A4s careers, first as LNER engines, then, from 1948, under British Railways management. Without a diesel or electric fleet of engines to replace them they entered a second golden age of fast running in the ‘50s. Then in the ‘Swinging Sixties’ they faced, as some thought, a premature end as part of a much delayed modernisation programme. Until withdrawn from service they continued to astound their footplate crew and performed exceptionally well, even when maintenance standards had slipped and their condition had deteriorated. They were thoroughbreds and have become a fitting memorial to the master engineers who produced and sustained them for 30 years or more.

British Steam Patriots

British Steam Patriots PDF Author: Keith Langston
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
ISBN: 1783409959
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 248

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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.

Midland and Scottish Region Railways

Midland and Scottish Region Railways PDF Author: Brian Reading
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1398100153
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 188

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Stunning previously unpublished photographs documenting the end of steam railways in the West Coast and Midlands area.

British Steam: Past & Present

British Steam: Past & Present PDF Author: Keith Langston
Publisher: Pen and Sword
ISBN: 1781598169
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 282

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"British Steam: Past and Present contains an evocative mix of specially commissioned modern steam images and steam era archive pictures, the majority of which have never been published before.The work of accomplished steam photographer David Anderson is highlighted in three special Location in Focus features, studies of 1950s and 1960s steam workings at Oxford and on the mighty Beattock Bank. In addition there is the photographic record of a 1959 visit to Belfast, with unique images of steam on the Belfast Dublin (ex GNR route).Original photographic studies from the preservation era by David Gibson who features the Churnet Valley Railway, Paul Pettitt who features the Bluebell Railway and Southern Region locomotives, and Fred Kerr who presents an eclectic mix of Main Line Steam images, are all included. Freight locomotive preservation is not forgotten and is featured, using modern and archive images. Together with many archive and new images from the authors own collection these images present an enthralling window on steam, which is totally unrivaled."