Ray Pettit (DRES Lectures Secretary) outlined William Stanier’s historic plans for a new fleet of LMS steam locomotives and concentrate on the development of first of the new engines – the Princesses.

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Ray described the early development and running of the locomotives. There is a brief review of turbine locomotives which have operated in the UK and the story of how Stanier’s interest in turbine locomotives developed in association with Dr Guy Bailey. The technical aspects of 6202 are covered, together with her construction, successful operation and conversion to a reciprocating engine. Her short life as Princess Anne and tragic end are also covered.