
4 0 c m
31cm
actual image size: 23cm x 32cm
Description
Sir Richard Beeching was created chairman of the British Railways Board in 1963. He completely transformed the railway network, abandoning over 6,000 miles of track and 4,000 stations. The red on the map signifies those lines which were shut down during Beeching's chairmanship.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10290324
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