Rent The History of British Steam Railways (2005)
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1h 41min
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All aboard for a spectacular whistle-stop tour of the History of British Steam Railways! All the great steam locomotives of yesteryear are here in their full glory, from the 1815 'Steam Elephant' and Stephenson's 'Rocket' right through to the precious preserved locos now pulling today's mainline steam expresses. The programme includes 'City of Truro' (the first steam engine to exceed 100mph), 'Flying Scotsman' (the world's most famous steam locomotive), 'Mallard' (world speed record holder for a steam locomotive) and 'Evening Star' (the last ever steam engine built for British Railways). 'The History of British Steam Railways' also takes you to see all the very best railway galas and anniversary festivals of yesteryear, with dozens of rare steam locos on display. Packed with lineside views, authentic steam sounds, footplate action and rare archive material, 'The History of British Steam Railways' also has fascinating reports on goods trains, narrow-gauge lines, mail trains and the role of steam railways during World War II. - Studio:
- Simply Home Entertainement
- Genres:
- Children & Family, Documentary, Special Interest
