George Stephenson, British engineer C017 / 7109
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George Stephenson, British engineer C017 / 7109
George Stephenson (1781-1848), British engineer and pioneer of railway locomotives. Working on steam engines in coal mines from the age of 14, Stephenson taught himself engineering. In 1811 he modified a steam engine which was used for pumping water out of a mine. He built many more mine engines before completing his first steam locomotive ( Blucher ) in 1814. In 1825, his Locomotion provided a passenger service from Stockton to Darlington at a speed of 24 kilometres per hour. At left is the locomotive Rocket (1829), built by his son Robert (1803-1859) that famously won the Rainhill Trials (1829) for the Liverpool and Manchester Railway
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This print showcases the remarkable George Stephenson, a renowned British engineer and pioneer of railway locomotives. Born in 1781, Stephenson's passion for steam engines ignited at the tender age of 14 when he began working on them in coal mines. With no formal education in engineering, he taught himself the intricacies of this field. In 1811, Stephenson made a significant breakthrough by modifying a steam engine used for water pumping in mines. This accomplishment marked the beginning of his illustrious career. Over time, he constructed numerous mine engines before finally completing his first steam locomotive named "Blucher" in 1814. One of Stephenson's most notable achievements came in 1825 when his creation called Locomotion provided an unprecedented passenger service from Stockton to Darlington at an impressive speed of 24 kilometers per hour. The photograph also features Rocket, another historic locomotive built by his son Robert that famously triumphed during the Rainhill Trials held in 1829 for the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Stephenson's contribution to transportation technology cannot be overstated as he revolutionized railways with his innovative designs and engineering prowess. This artwork captures him amidst these groundbreaking advancements while highlighting key elements such as caricature-like illustrations and historical context. Gary Brown's skillful photography immortalizes this pivotal figure who played an instrumental role not only in shaping Britain's industrial landscape but also transforming global transportation forever.
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