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Donkey cart MCF01_02_0083
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Donkey cart MCF01_02_0083
HOLLINGBOURNE STATION, HOLLINGBOURNE, MAIDSTONE, KENT. A donkey and cart standing at an unidentified railway station near Leeds in Kent, possibly Hollingbourne Station.
Although the railway station is unidentified, the photographer was staying in this area and took other photographs in Hollingourne
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1900s Animals Horse Drawn Transport Railway Station Transport Gas Light Signal Box
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This photo print, titled "Donkey cart MCF01_02_0083" captures a nostalgic scene at an unidentified railway station near Leeds in Kent, possibly Hollingbourne Station. The talented photographer, Katherine MacFee, was staying in the area during the early 1900s and managed to immortalize this charming moment amidst her other photographs taken in Hollingbourne. In the foreground of the image stands a humble donkey and its cart, patiently awaiting their next journey. This horse-drawn transport is a testament to simpler times when gas lights illuminated our paths and animals played an integral role in everyday life. The rustic charm exuded by this scene transports us back to an era where transportation relied on the strength of these magnificent creatures. While we may not know which railway station serves as the backdrop for this photograph, it matters little as our attention is captivated by the timeless beauty captured within its frame. Katherine MacFee's keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate every nuance of this historical moment frozen in time. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Historic England's collection, we are reminded of how far we have come technologically while cherishing glimpses into our past that continue to inspire awe and admiration.
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