Signalling and Signal Boxes along the North British Railway, Great North of Scotland Railway and the CLC Routes - Softcover
Synopsis
Explore the rich history of railway signalling along the North British Railway, Great North of Scotland Railway, and Cheshire Line Committee routes.
Allen Jackson delves into the intricate world of railway signalling, showcasing the infrastructure and signal boxes that were vital to the operation of these historic lines. Through previously unpublished photographs, discover the unique signalling systems of the North British Railway, which proudly carried The Flying Scotsman to Edinburgh, and the Great North of Scotland Railway, connecting Aberdeen with Elgin.
Uncover the story of the Cheshire Line Committee, an unusual railway undertaking that relied on locomotives from its constituents. Learn how the duplication of routes and subsequent network culling shaped the CLC into a shadow of its former self. Perfect for railway enthusiasts, historians, and anyone fascinated by the technology and history of railways.
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About the Author
Originally hailing from York Allen joined the RAF as an apprentice and served on the engineering side with Cold War aircraft at home and overseas. Still in the RAF he qualified as a teacher at an apprentice training school where he taught Mathematics, Physics and Mechanical Engineering Science. Upon leaving the service he worked for a company who manufacture bespoke computer systems and taught these systems all over the world. Latterly involved with Fire and Rescue Services in the UK and Bahrain from whence he formed his own business in 2004. He has been writing since 2014 with fifteen books with Amberley published so far.
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