Archibald Sturrock: Pioneer Locomotive Engineer

by Tony Vernon

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Born in 1816, by 1840 Sturrock was involved with Brunel and Gooch in establishing the Great Western Railway's works at Paddington and new town at Swindon. He designed locomotives and carriages which established a reputation for comfort and punctuality. This biography offers an insight into Sturrock's family life as well as his professional life.
  • ISBN10 0752472100
  • ISBN13 9780752472102
  • Publish Date 21 October 2011 (first published 10 November 2006)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint The History Press Ltd
  • Format eBook (EPUB)
  • Pages 224
  • Language English