Maidment, David
The LMS Princess Coronation Pacifics, The Final Years & Preservation (Locomotive Portfolio)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399022620
- author:
- Maidment, David
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen & Sword Transport
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 184
- Dimensions:
- 1.9 x 24.8 x 24.8 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Railroads,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The LMS Princess Coronation Pacifics: Their Final Years and Preservation This book continues the story of the iconic Princess Coronation pacific locomotives, from their operation in 1957 to their eventual withdrawal at the end of the 1964 summer timetable. The author draws on his own experiences and those of three former Crewe men who fired these engines during BR days, as well as photographs from their personal collections. The book also includes insights into the maintenance and preservation of these locomotives by Keith Collier, a Crewe Works fitter. The author compares the Princess Coronation pacifics with some of the finest steam locomotives from Europe, providing a unique perspective on these remarkable engines. With its blend of personal anecdotes, historical context, and technical information, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British railways.
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