Swindon Works 1930-1960

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The narrative chronicles Swindon's transformation into a railway town, beginning with the establishment of the Great Western Railway in 1841 and culminating in the closure of the railway works in 1986. It explores the profound impact of the railway industry on the town's development, economy, and community over more than a century, highlighting key events and changes that shaped the local identity and heritage.