Locomotion No 1: Debunking Myths About the First Passenger Steam Locomotive πŸš‚

Discover the true story behind Locomotion No 1, the iconic 1825 locomotive that revolutionized transport. Uncover myths and facts about this historic engine with Curator with a Camera.

Locomotion No 1: Debunking Myths About the First Passenger Steam Locomotive πŸš‚
National Railway Museum
73.3K views β€’ May 5, 2024
Locomotion No 1: Debunking Myths About the First Passenger Steam Locomotive πŸš‚

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Undoubtedly one of the world's most recognisable steam locomotives, Locomotion No 1 is famous for being the first engine to carry passengers on the Stockton and Darlington Railway. But what if we told you everything you thought you knew about Locomotion was a myth?

Join Andrew McLean as we delve into the complicated history of Locomotion No 1 and reveal new discoveries about this often misunderstood vehicle. From the controversial wheel design to the world's oldest surviving standard-gauge boiler, we'll journey back to 1825 and beyond!

This episode of Curator with a Camera was filmed at Locomotion in Shildon. To find out more about Locomotion, visit: https://www.locomotion.org.uk

For the National Railway Museum in York, head to: https://www.railwaymuseum.org.uk

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:24 Origins of a very important engine
03:10 Exterior tour
05:14 How do you drive it?
07:00 Hackworth's clever wheels
08:31 Is ANYTHING original?
10:15 Rebuilding Locomotion
13:29 100th Anniversary Celebrations
14:42 Locomotion's Legacy

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