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As far as I remember, track maintenance was carried out manually with equipment being ferried to site by any available wagons. Rail was in 60 foot sections so were easily handled by small cranes and pushed off the wagons at site. (before HSE). Ballast was not usually renewed and washed as it is today. Track was expected to last for 20 years on main lines and recycled to minor lines where it is expected to last forever! Sleepers were replaced individually as required. Remember that gangs of men were employed to keep their "length" in tip top condition.
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