A life on the lines : the grand old man of steam / R.H.N. Hardy.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hardy, R. H. N., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Railroads--History.

Railroads.

Locomotive engineers--History.

Locomotive engineers.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (194 p.)

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

London, [England] : Conway, 2016.

Summary:

This memoir chronicles the life and career of Richard Hardy, a professional railwayman, through his personal experiences and photographs. Spanning decades from childhood in the 1920s to his retirement as Chairman of the Steam Locomotive Association in 1993, the book offers a detailed account of his fascination with trains, his apprenticeship at Doncaster Plant Works, and his work in various railway roles across the UK. Hardy reflects on the evolution of the railway industry, wartime challenges, and the camaraderie among railway workers. Illustrated with his own photographs, the narrative captures the essence of steam locomotion and its cultural significance. The book aims to preserve the history of railways for enthusiasts and historians, providing insights into the technical and human aspects of railway operations. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover; Half-title; Title; Copyright; Contents; Introduction; 01 Early Days 1924-40; 02 Wartime 1939-1945 Doncaster Works and Running Sheds; 03 Wartime 1939-1945 Foot Plate Staff; 04 East Anglia and Woodford Halse 1946-1952; 05 Stewarts Lane depot and the Stratford District 1952-1962; 06 SNCF Experience on Nord and Est regions 1958-1971; 07 Traffic and Divisional Management 1963-1973; 08 The Years Before and After Retirement 1973 Onwards; Index

Notes:

Includes index.

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ISBN:

1-84486-430-8

OCLC:

946786107