Pages 34 & 35. Following the signs. BATONS AND ARMBAND. Early railway policemen, from around 1841, acted as signalmen. They would use different coloured flags to signal for a train to stop, proceed with caution, or to show that the line was all clear. They also wore armbands for clear identity, and ornately decorated truncheons at the waist in case they encountered trouble.
Pages 50 & 51. Running the railway. Safety First. The railways ran their own fire service, trained to deal with any special hazards which might arise. The service had its own equipment and uniform. Great Western Railway fireman's brass helmet.
Beautiful scenery & good sound. Fantastic video 👍️ Thank you for sharing :)
Thanks Rail!
A really enjoyable watch. Wish I had spent the day with you as it looks as you've had a cracking day out. Thanks for sharing your day.
Thanks Dinmore!
DORLING KINDERSLEY DK EYEWITNESS GUIDES Book of TRAIN.
In association with THE NATIONAL RAILWAY MUSEUM.
Pages 34 & 35.
Following the signs.
BATONS AND ARMBAND.
Early railway policemen, from around 1841, acted as signalmen. They would use different coloured flags to signal for a train to stop, proceed with caution, or to show that the line was all clear. They also wore armbands for clear identity, and ornately decorated truncheons at the waist in case they encountered trouble.
Pages 50 & 51.
Running the railway.
Safety First.
The railways ran their own fire service, trained to deal with any special hazards which might arise. The service had its own equipment and uniform.
Great Western Railway fireman's brass helmet.