16 Nov
The Quintinshill Rail Disaster happened on 22nd May 1915.
This talk examines the events surrounding the multi train rail crash near Gretna just over the Scotland/England border from Carlisle. With over 220 dead, it remains the worst crash in British rail history. We look at the sequence of events, the response of local people in supporting the casualties, and the response of the rail company and authorities.
David is a retired teacher, and author of two books. Volunteer researcher for the Royal Fusiliers Museum, Tower of London, lives in Cumbria.
Glasite Hall, King Street, Dundee DD1 2JB
16 Nov 2024 14:00