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Old 30th July 2012, 16:38
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Apparently the loco in the Tay Bridge Disaster - which was recovered after the accident and repaired, was considered unlucky (was known as the diver) and drivers refused to work her over the new bridge.

The taboo was eventually broken some years later.

Perhaps someone can provide more details
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