As always great SLIP. one of my favorite locos has become a bit forgotten by many in recent years so great see something about this lovely little engine
This locomotive even went to the USA in 1991, for the Sacremento Railfair held for the 10th anniversary of the California State Railroad Museum. Saw an old BBC film and an eaqually old American news broadcast on the event on YouTbe several years ago. :)
That'll be LNER 4496 if you want to go with her pre-BR identity. She even had a different name when she was first built. That name was Golden Shuttle. It wasn't until after the Second World War that she was renamed after Eisenhower, after the guy used it as his rolling campaign headquaters.
This is one of my favourite engines, not because it’s massive or powerful, its because of what it means, without this little tank engine we may not have engine like mallard or Scotsman to savour today
seen her in real life a couple of times, didn't realise her significance till I reread a book. very shocked something so important is placed almost in the very back of the NRM with just a small tag saying "this is a shunter engine"
She was also one of the very first locomotives to run on the KVWR in the mid 1960's. I think Captain Bill Smith may have bought this simply just due to the fact that the loco was charming, and if he ran out of money to run it in the 1980's, the A4 or A3 he could have bought might have only lasted a year.
Oh my goodness- now that I've been to England these engines are becoming personal. I didn't recognize the engine, but I recognized that it was the NRM, and I looked through my pictures of the visit and confirmed I had seen her! :) Also, I had also wondered when you mentioned her history if she was the engine in that BRWS video; and on the flip side I had always wondered if that engine was real or not.
Many people say he could have gotten a a3 but if i were to buy an engine from the southern region instead of a merchant navy i would probably get a a1 terrier
I've seen an audio recording on the mid-sodor's Stanley, and you sounded just like his driver. Did you happen to voice him? This took place between 2009 and 2012.
Apple Jack Cars & Parks Wendell A: is an Original Character (fan character) and B: is completely different with a smaller boiler, larger saddle tank and he lacks a coal bunker
What a lovely little engine. Everyone say "thank you" to Cap't Smith.
'Chris the Xelent' ..."He's ever so humble!".
I remember seeing this at the national railway museum
As always great SLIP. one of my favorite locos has become a bit forgotten by many in recent years so great see something about this lovely little engine
Nice succinct short video on an old preservation pioneer. And a belated "well done" for winning the competition, Chris!
You did! Congratulations! :D
A fantastic Thanksgiving present. Thanks very much, Chris. A fine topper for a great day.
This locomotive even went to the USA in 1991, for the Sacremento Railfair held for the 10th anniversary of the California State Railroad Museum. Saw an old BBC film and an eaqually old American news broadcast on the event on YouTbe several years ago. :)
That'll be LNER 4496 if you want to go with her pre-BR identity. She even had a different name when she was first built. That name was Golden Shuttle. It wasn't until after the Second World War that she was renamed after Eisenhower, after the guy used it as his rolling campaign headquaters.
Damn really? That must've been tough and expensive (:(
Link?
This is one of my favourite engines, not because it’s massive or powerful, its because of what it means, without this little tank engine we may not have engine like mallard or Scotsman to savour today
Very nice little clip
I should've suspected you were behind that character! I love your work in these videos, they give a very personal explanation of the locomotives!
0:23 not one of ireland engines either. As far as I know the first preserved irish steam loco apart the the one in crk was brought in 1960
seen her in real life a couple of times, didn't realise her significance till I reread a book. very shocked something so important is placed almost in the very back of the NRM with just a small tag saying "this is a shunter engine"
She was also one of the very first locomotives to run on the KVWR in the mid 1960's. I think Captain Bill Smith may have bought this simply just due to the fact that the loco was charming, and if he ran out of money to run it in the 1980's, the A4 or A3 he could have bought might have only lasted a year.
I grew up and learned after all this time that Alf was a creation of Chris Eden green this whole time.
Oh my goodness- now that I've been to England these engines are becoming personal.
I didn't recognize the engine, but I recognized that it was the NRM, and I looked through my pictures of the visit and confirmed I had seen her! :)
Also, I had also wondered when you mentioned her history if she was the engine in that BRWS video; and on the flip side I had always wondered if that engine was real or not.
Of the BRWS Character entries I've watched, I never did get to see Alf's.
Good on him for saving it and coming back as a fridge or a Kia, looks almost ready to run but probably Never will!
Have a model of 68846 great little engine 😁
Always loved this engine, having owned a Hornby model of one for many years (nicknamed Lucy)
I did not know that you are Chris the Xelent, the creator of Alf the J52
Many people say he could have gotten a a3 but if i were to buy an engine from the southern region instead of a merchant navy i would probably get a a1 terrier
He's well looked after and has all the coal and water he needs. Sounds like heaven.
"Chris the Xelent" lmao
First 24hrs club! ......don't worry, I also hate myself! Nice ep'. MS=
I've seen an audio recording on the mid-sodor's Stanley, and you sounded just like his driver. Did you happen to voice him? This took place between 2009 and 2012.
thats still there my bro went resently and i think he got a photo of it xD
Hey, is that the engine basis for your winning entry "Alf" in that BRWS contest, Chris? You won because of your entry and the engine you based Alf of!
End of the video..?
He said that at the end of the video
how about doing the ivatt 2mt and or the standard br 2mt.
+Green Arrow Pictures Productions All in good time
Could you do the GWR 56xx?
I’m sure he will eventually, but he’s not a big fan of them personally.
Does she still steam?
JLBflix No.
I have this loco in OO guage
Me too!
Probably the hardest place to get good lighting lol
She's a lovely engine, and quite a beaut at that.
Oh yes, it's terrible getting good pictures. Went 3 days ago and oh oh oh...
I thought that Chris Eden-Green was a name Simon hides behind similar to J.K. Rowling.
+rayhagele Given the fact that our voices and faces bear no resemblance, I think that's highly unlikely.
Very imaginative thinking, though
*Is That Wendell?*
trainz 4460 productions no Wendell is a different tank engine I forget what type though
I know i was making a terrier55stepney refrence
This engine is the same class as Wendell
Apple Jack Cars & Parks Wendell A: is an Original Character (fan character) and B: is completely different with a smaller boiler, larger saddle tank and he lacks a coal bunker
Apparently filmed at midnight by the light of two candles.
GNR J52 NO 1247 WAS BASED BY STANLEY AND BILLY AND CHARLIE
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