George Stephenson - Hammer
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George Stephenson - Hammer
George Stephenson (1781 - 1848) Engineer as a young man, throwing the hammer
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Admiration Audience Bulldogs Caps Engineer Hammer Miners Stephenson Strength Throwing
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image captures the young George Stephenson (1781-1848) in the midst of a demonstration of his prodigious strength and engineering prowess. The setting is a bustling scene of events, with an engaged and admiring audience gathered around, including miners and other onlookers. Stephenson, dressed in a simple workingman's outfit, wears a miner's cap and holds a large hammer in his right hand. The hammer's head, adorned with intricate designs, is poised in mid-air, ready to strike. The bulldogs at Stephenson's feet add an element of playfulness and whimsy to the scene, while also emphasizing the raw power and energy present. The engineer's intense focus and determination are evident in his furrowed brow and clenched jaw. The crowd's collective gaze is fixed on the hammer, anticipating the moment of impact. This photograph is a testament to George Stephenson's early achievements as an engineer and his reputation as a man of great strength and ingenuity. It is believed that such demonstrations of strength helped establish his credibility and reputation within the mining community, ultimately leading to his successful career as a pioneering railway engineer. The image captures a moment in time, frozen in history, that encapsulates the spirit of innovation and determination that defined Stephenson's life and legacy.
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