Darroch, G. R. S. (George Richard Sutton) 1880-1959 creator Maxse, Leopold James 1864-1932 text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Deeds of a Great Railway" by G. R. S. Darroch is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the contributions and achievements of the London and North-Western Railway Company during the Great War, shedding light on its crucial role in supporting the war effort. Through this narrative, Darroch aims to highlight the significant yet often overlooked impact of railway operations on military logistics during a time of conflict. The opening of "Deeds of a Great Railway" introduces readers to the context of Britain's unpreparedness for World War I, commencing on August 5, 1914. It recounts the initial shock of the nation as it faced the looming German threat and reflects on the early missteps made by the government and military leaders. Darroch provides a specific focus on the London and North-Western Railway's response to the demands of war, detailing how its workforce adapted to the rapid mobilization of troops and supplies through efficient rail transportation. Prominent figures in the railway industry, including the Chief Mechanical Engineer C. J. Bowen-Cooke, are acknowledged for their pivotal roles in transforming railway operations into a vital support system for the military. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-05-02 Produced by Terry Jeffress and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Transportation London and North-Western Railway HE Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45563 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45563 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134039.0 45563