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« on: May 09, 2026, 23:23:32 »
Not related to the railways, particularly.  History of Bristol - from YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuH5R9kf54A

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William Huskisson MP▸ (Member of Parliament, or Mile Post (a method of measuring the railway in miles and chains from a starting point - usually London), depending on context) was the first person to be killed by a train while crossing the tracks, in 1830.  Many more have died in the same way since then.  Don't take a chance: Stop, Look, Listen.

"Level crossings are safe, unless they are used in an unsafe manner."  Discuss.
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