1953 Press Photo 10 Killed And 60 Injured In Train Crash At Manchester

10 Killed And 60 Injured In Train Crash At Manchester: Ten people were killed and more than 60 injured when two trains collided head-on yesterday on the Irk Valley Viaduct, about a mile from Victoria Station, Manchester, The engine and two coaches of a steam train and three coaches of an electric train were derailed. A steel coach of the electric train tore a 30-ft. gap in the wall of the viaduct and plaunged 80-ft into the river. It landed on its side and some passengers were thrown into the water. Many were trapped in the wreckage. Photo Shows: The coach that crashed through the viaduct wall and fell 80 feet into the river below.

Photo measures 10 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 08-08-1953.

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