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Jigsaw Puzzle : Steam roller accident in Main Street Grampound, Cornwall. Around 1910-1911
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Steam roller accident in Main Street Grampound, Cornwall. Around 1910-1911
An accident where a steam roller from Aveling & Porter of Rochester careered backwards into a house. No one was hurt and the driver lodged for a few nights in the house in the photograph while the engine was repaired. Information to help date the event was provided by Mrs Vera Webb of Grampound. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : GRMgv.4
Media ID 13774354
© From the collection of the RIC
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing photograph from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This vintage image depicts a steam roller accident in Main Street, Grampound, Cornwall, around 1910-1911. Witness the unexpected moment when a steam roller from Aveling & Porter of Rochester accidentally rolled backwards into a house. Remarkably, no one was injured, and the driver stayed in the house depicted in the photograph for a few nights. Recreate this historical puzzle scene and immerse yourself in the past, bringing this fascinating piece of Cornwall's history to life.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Captured in this vintage print is a remarkable incident that unfolded on Main Street, Grampound, Cornwall around 1910-1911. The chaotic scene depicts an unexpected steam roller accident involving a powerful Aveling & Porter engine from Rochester. In a bizarre turn of events, the massive machine careened backwards with great force and crashed into one of the charming thatched houses lining the street. Miraculously, no injuries were reported during this dramatic mishap. The captivating image offers a glimpse into the aftermath of this peculiar event. As repairs were underway to restore the damaged steam engine, its driver found temporary refuge within the very house it had collided with. This curious detail adds an intriguing twist to an already extraordinary tale. Thanks to Mrs Vera Webb's invaluable recollections from Grampound, historians have been able to piece together crucial information for dating this incident accurately. Although the photographer remains unknown, their lens has immortalized this unique moment in time forever. This photograph not only showcases Cornish architecture and traditional thatch roofing but also serves as a testament to human resilience and fortune amidst unforeseen circumstances. It stands as a reminder of how even in moments of chaos and destruction, there can be stories of survival and unexpected connections between man-made marvels like steam engines and humble homes.
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