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After WWII the existing railway companies were all put into the control of the newly formed British Transport Commission and that government organization spawned British Railways, which came into being on 1st January 1948. The railway infrastructure had suffered badly during the war years and most of the steam locomotives were 'tired' and badly maintained and or life expired. Although the management of British Railways was already planning to replace...
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Commercial air travel began just over a century ago. In that time there have been groundbreaking civilian aircraft, such as flying boats, the first pressurized cabin aircraft, jet and supersonic aircraft, as well as immense changes in the capacity of a typical airliner: in the 1920s aircraft struggled to carry 20 passengers, today some models can carry up to 800 people.The book includes many types, from cargo transports and freighters, through flying...
3) BMW M Series
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From the 3.0 CSL's debut in 1972, BMW has taken a very balanced approach to tuning its M division cars, turning already competitive models into well-rounded, capable performance machines. This eBook collects Road & Track's BMW M car coverage, including features, reviews, comparison tests, and interviews on everything from the M3 and M5 to the short-lived M1 supercar, and even today's M-badged SUVs. It's a great way for the enthusiast to revisit the...
4) Camaro
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Since the debut of the Camaro in 1966, the Chevy coupe's combination of high style, stout performance, and affordable price have made it an automotive icon. This eBook, compiled from the pages of Road & Track magazine, includes the launch, the racers, the duds, and, of course, the Camaro's return. You'll find road tests, reviews, feature stories, and comparisons from the guys who know best, along with interviews with the folks behind the Camaro and...
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición del certificado de profesionalidad "TMVG0109 - OPERACIONES AUXILIARES DE MANTENIMIENTO EN ELECTROMECÁNICA DE VEHÍCULOS". Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo....
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The National Rifle Association (NRA) was founded in the mid-nineteenth century and was granted a Royal Charter of Incorporation by Queen Victoria in 1890. It was created for the encouragement of the Rifle Corps of the newly formed Volunteer Movement and the promotion of rifle shooting throughout Great Britain. .This would be accomplished by establishing a great Annual National Meeting, where marksmen could compete for valuable prizes and ensuring...
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This book looks at municipal operators in England and Wales in the 1960s. Going back to the very first horse-bus or tram operations in Victorian times, many towns and cities throughout Britain had such operators, owned and run by the town or city councils. Most of them had tramway systems, many of which were replaced by trolleybuses from the 1920s onwards. In turn, after the Second World War, trolleybuses too were on the way out, with motorbuses unfortunately...
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The Hayling Island Branch was one of Britain's most iconic sea side lines, connecting Havant with Hayling Island via Langston Harbour. Opening in 1865 for freight and 1867 to passenger traffic, it was after a few years of local control, managed and operated as part of the London Brighton & South Coast Railway, who were responsible for its upkeep until the railway grouping in 1923, when it became a part of the Southern Railway. The railway had a colorful...
10) Drone Operations
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This book on drone operations offers a comprehensive guide aimed at consolidating information on drone technology, regulations, safety protocols, and best practices. It serves to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of drone operations, covering a wide range of topics that would otherwise be scattered across various sources. Whether readers are novices or seasoned operators, the book serves as an educational aid, offering valuable insights...
11) Comet!
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This new volume from the respected and well-regarded aviation historian and author Graham Simons is sure to appeal to all aviation enthusiasts, including as it does a wide array of historical sources and archival information drawn together into one consolidated volume the closest to a definitive study of the craft than any produced before. Extensively illustrated throughout, the book features details lifted directly from enquiry and salvage reports,...
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This is the second book by Martin Jenkins and Charles Roberts, about transport in the Isle of Man.The first volume covered the railway network, where as this new volume covers all other forms, road, rail, sea and air operations.The book is illustrated, using previously unpublished rare early color pictures, from the Online Transport Archive, which holds over a million transport images.Both the authors have managed to collect some truly interesting...
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The Eighteenth Century was an era when brave mariners took their ships beyond the horizon in search of an unknown world. Those chosen to lead these expeditions were exceptional navigators, men who had shown brilliance as they ascended the ranks in the Royal Navy. They were also bloody good sailors. From ships boy to vice-admiral, discover how much more there was to Captain Blight than his infamous bad temper. Meet a 24-year-old Master Bligh as he...
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Ranjo and his family loves to travel to places. This winter vacation is planned by his father to the high mountainous regions of Gasba. How does Ranjo plans for his great vacation? Who else accompany him on this avian adventure? Does everyone reach their destination on time? What happens on the flight? Well, if I answer these questions and many more emerald queries in this string which are awaiting your glance, you all will not be able to go raptures...
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Train travel is having a renaissance. Grand old routes that had been canceled, or were moldering in neglect, have been refurbished as destinations in themselves. The Rocky Mountaineer, the Orient Express, and the Trans-Siberian Railroad run again in all their glory.
Pamela Mulloy has always loved train travel. Whether returning to the Maritimes every year with her daughter on the Ocean, or taking her family across Europe to Poland, trains have...
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A detailed look at the nineteenth-century steam locomotive engineer and the ups and downs of his career, with numerous photos throughout.
Born in Scotland in 1840, Dugald Drummond had a long career in locomotive and railway engineering, including prominent positions on the Highland; London Brighton & South Coast Railway, North British, and Caledonian Railways, before arriving on the London & South Western Railway in the mid-1890s. There he replaced...
17) Cosmic Odyssey
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Dive into the cosmic wonders of 'Cosmic Odyssey: Beyond the Pale Blue Dot'-an interstellar journey that unveils the mysteries of the universe and explores our unique place in the cosmic tapestry. From the iconic Pale Blue Dot photograph to the philosophical depths of our cosmic insignificance, this book invites you to marvel at the wonders of the cosmos, contemplate your role as a cosmic citizen, and embark on an odyssey that transcends the boundaries...
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Di Drummond's concise and informative guide to Britain's railways will be absorbing reading for anyone who wants to learn about the history of the industry and for family history researchers who want to find out about the careers of their railway ancestors. In a clear and accessible way she guides readers through the social, technical and economic aspects of the story. She describes in vivid detail the rapid growth, maturity and long decline of the...
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This fully illustrated volume of road tests, reviews and more from the experts at Car and Driver covers nearly half a century of Porsche excellence.
For decades, the company started by Ferdinand Porsche has produced some of the best sportscars money can buy. The Porsche name has come to stand for automotive power, beauty, and prestige. Car and Driver has chronicled the German brand from its first commercial automobile, the 356 Roadster, to its modern...
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This detailed study of Japan's fearsome WWII fighter covers its legendary combat career along with color images and technical information.
The quality of Japan's Mitsubishi A6M Zero shocked Allies Forces at the outbreak of the Pacific War. Armed with two 20mm cannon and two 7.7mm machine-guns, it was highly maneuverable and structurally very strong, despite being lightweight. When it first took flight in 1939, it was far superior to any other fighter...
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