Nice memories Joe and what a wonderful experience you have had by working on the railways. As I've said befor I joined the Army at16 and though I ended up at Longmoor in 1968. I had missed the steam era within the Royal Engineers. Pity because I could have been trained as a driver! Oh we'll trained to build bridges instead!
As for shoveling Hereward, I never fail to admire the very hard work these dedicated and proud men who were in control of a full rake of carriages full of passengers. It must have been so hot during the summer months. Plenty of drink on the footplate too I imagine. ( non alcoholic naturally). Thanks Joe for your stories, always enjoy your tales.
All the best
Phil
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