Cape to Ciaro railway, the first engine to reach Salisbury
The Cape to Cairo Railway, on 19th June 1899 celebrations began at Beira to signalise the opening of the line to Salisbury. Pictured here is the first engine to reach Salisbury. The builders of the line, Mr Lawley and Mr Pauling marked the occasion with a great party
Picture No
10215946
Media ID
46035317
Size
6438px x 3763px
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Credit
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Source
The Illustrated London News. 19 August 1899
Date
1899
