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Discussion in 'Photography' started by neildimmer, Jun 25, 2026 at 11:41 AM.

  1. neildimmer

    neildimmer Resident of Nat Pres

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    I have this photo of a unknown Britannia, with 'The Mancunian' headboard in grubby condition but with a Royal headboard as well?
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    Thanks Neil
     
    neildimmer, Jun 25, 2026 at 11:41 AM
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    46223 Resident of Nat Pres Friend

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    Coronation Day, 1953?
     
    46223, Jun 25, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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    Quite possibly, though loco looks a bit grubby considering its only a couple of years, old at most
     
    neildimmer, Jun 25, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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    Yes, I thought the same considering the condition of the loco.
    But the only photos I've seen with the Coat of Arms on the front in BR days were taken on that day - but I stand to be corrected.
     
    46223, Jun 25, 2026 at 6:11 PM
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    Mancunian ran until 1966.
    But, the front coach looks a bit of a relic.
    It's not had the WR smoke deflectors, no obvious draught screens, so I'd guess early.
     
    Bikermike, Jun 25, 2026 at 7:39 PM
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