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Locomotive Boiler Explosions Christian H. Hewison

Locomotive Boiler Explosions By Christian H. Hewison

Locomotive Boiler Explosions by Christian H. Hewison

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A history of locomotive boiler explosions, which spans the years 1850 to 1962. Unfortunately, in the early days of the railway they occurred all too frequently. The author was an accident investigator with the Ministry of Transport, specializing in boiler failures.

Locomotive Boiler Explosions Summary

Locomotive Boiler Explosions by Christian H. Hewison

A history of locomotive boiler explosions, which spans the years 1850 to 1962. Unfortunately, in the early days of the railway they occurred all too frequently. The author was an accident investigator with the Ministry of Transport, specializing in boiler failures.

Table of Contents

An essay on boilers; from the beginning to 1850; 1851-1860, the explosion nuisance becomes a hazard; 1861-1870, lap joints and grooving; 1871-1880, a period of poor maintenance; 1881-1900, the heyday of railways in the British Isles; 1901-1921, six historic cases; 1922-1962, the era of the big engine.

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GOR008123005
9780715383056
0715383051
Locomotive Boiler Explosions by Christian H. Hewison
Christian H. Hewison
Used - Like New
Hardback
David & Charles
1983-02-24
144
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The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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