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Jan 1, 1955

0h 5m

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Overview

Illustrates the reconstruction and electrification of the main railway line between Manchester and Sheffield. Showing the plan for the modernisation and re-equipping of British Railways. This film was produced for televising by the BBC during the evening that the plan was debated in parliament.

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Documentary

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British Transport Films

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