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No 1 Shop, Sawmill, 1909
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No 1 Shop, Sawmill, 1909
Huge logs are waiting to be cut up here in the Swindon Works sawmill. A crane, spanning the width of the mill, is used to maneuver the logs onto the cutting machines
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 485135
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
Carriage Works Swindon Timber Wood Logs Saw Mill
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1909, we are transported back in time to the bustling No 1 Shop at the Swindon Works sawmill. The sheer magnitude of the scene is awe-inspiring as enormous logs patiently await their fate, ready to be transformed into valuable timber. Towering high above them, a mighty crane stretches across the width of the mill, its purpose clear - to deftly maneuver these colossal logs onto cutting machines. The atmosphere within this historic workshop is palpable; it hums with anticipation and echoes with the rhythmic sounds of machinery. Skilled workers can be seen meticulously operating various tools and equipment, ensuring that every cut is precise and every piece of wood meets GWR's exacting standards. This image not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to the craftsmanship and ingenuity that defined Swindon Works during its heyday. It offers us a glimpse into an era when manual labor was paramount, where human skill combined seamlessly with industrial might. As we marvel at this remarkable snapshot from STEAM Museum of the GWR, we cannot help but appreciate how such scenes laid down foundations for progress while shaping our modern world. This photograph stands as a poignant reminder of our rich industrial heritage – one that continues to inspire generations today.
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