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Holidaymakers on the platform at Snow Hill Station in Birmingham awaiting the arrival of
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Holidaymakers on the platform at Snow Hill Station in Birmingham awaiting the arrival of
Holidaymakers on the platform at Snow Hill Station in Birmingham awaiting the arrival of the " Cornishman" a British Railways express passenger train to Penzance, Cornwall. 17th April 1954
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
JS*9424514
Media ID 21640050
© Mirrorpix
Birmingham Building Engine Exteriors Platform Railway Railways Steam Train Trains Travelling West Midlands
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This print takes us back to the vibrant atmosphere of Snow Hill Station in Birmingham during the 1950s. The platform is bustling with eager holidaymakers, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the iconic "Cornishman" express passenger train. As steam billows from its powerful engine, anticipation fills the air. The architecture of Snow Hill Station stands proudly in the background, a testament to Birmingham's rich history and industrial heritage. Its grandeur adds an element of elegance to this scene, contrasting beautifully with the raw power of the locomotive. This image captures a moment frozen in time - a snapshot of an era when trains were not just a means of transport but also symbols of adventure and exploration. It reminds us that travel was once filled with excitement and wonder, as families embarked on journeys across vast distances. The West Midlands region comes alive through this photograph; it showcases both its architectural splendor and its role as a transportation hub connecting people to destinations far beyond their own city limits. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Mirrorpix's Memory Lane Prints collection, we are transported back to April 17th, 1954 – reliving those feelings of anticipation and joy experienced by those holidaymakers who eagerly awaited their journey towards Cornwall's picturesque landscapes.
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