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  • From the archive: The pitfalls of recording railway history – as examined in 1979

    From the archive: The pitfalls of recording railway history – as examined in 1979

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    Mark Lancaster

    E. D. Hamer examines some of the pitfalls involved in investigating and recording railway history. Drawing on his study of Rhodesia Railways, he considers conflicting recollections, incomplete company records, photographs and the importance of presenting history accurately and readably. Investigating railway history E. D. HAMER EXAMINES SOME OF THE PITFALLS OF RECORDING PAST EVENTS ONE…

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