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Flying Scotsman (other)
Flying Scotsman may refer to: * LNER Class A3 4472 ''Flying Scotsman'', steam locomotive built in 1923 * ''Flying Scotsman'' (train), London to Edinburgh service since 1862 ** ''The Flying Scotsman'' (1929 film), featuring the train and the 1923 locomotive * Flying Scotsman, nickname of Scottish athlete and rugby player Eric Liddell (1902–1945) * The Flying Scotsman, nickname of Gary Anderson (darts player) * The Flying Scotsman, nickname of Scottish cyclist Graeme Obree ** ''The Flying Scotsman'' (2006 film), about Graeme Obree * "Flying Scotsman", a song by Spear of Destiny from the 1983 ''Grapes of Wrath (album)'' * Flying Scotsman Stakes, a horse race run at Doncaster Racecourse See also * Flying Scot (other) Flying Scot may refer to: * Flying Scot (dinghy), a class of day sailer dinghy designed in 1957 * ''The Flying Scot'' (film), a 1957 British crime film directed by Compton Bennett * Flying Scot (bicycles) Flying Scot was a marque used by Scottish ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
LNER Class A3 4472 Flying Scotsman
LNER Class A3 4472 ''Flying Scotsman'' is a 4-6-2 Pacific steam locomotive built in 1923 for the London and North Eastern Railway (LNER) at Doncaster Works to a design of Nigel Gresley. It was employed on long-distance express East Coast Main Line trains by the LNER and its successors, British Railways Eastern and North-Eastern Regions, notably on the London to Edinburgh '' Flying Scotsman'' train service after which it was named. The locomotive set two world records for steam traction, becoming the first steam locomotive to be officially authenticated as reaching on 30 November 1934, and then setting a record for the longest non-stop run by a steam locomotive when it ran on 8 August 1989 while in Australia. Retired from regular service in 1963 after covering 2.08 million miles, ''Flying Scotsman'' enjoyed considerable fame in preservation under the ownership of, successively, Alan Pegler, William McAlpine, Tony Marchington, and finally the National Railway Museum (NR ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Flying Scotsman (train)
The ''Flying Scotsman'' is an express passenger train service that operates between Edinburgh and London, the capitals of Scotland and England, via the East Coast Main Line. The service began in 1862; the name was officially adopted in 1924. It is currently operated by London North Eastern Railway. History The East Coast Main Line over which the ''Flying Scotsman'' runs was built in the 19th century by many small railway companies, but mergers and acquisitions led to only three companies controlling the route; the North British Railway (NBR), the North Eastern Railway (NER) and the Great Northern Railway (GNR). In 1860 the three companies established the East Coast Joint Stock for through services using common vehicles, and it is from this agreement that the ''Flying Scotsman'' came about. Operation The first ''Special Scotch Express'' ran in 1862, with simultaneous departures at 10:00 from the GNR's London King's Cross and the NBR's Edinburgh Waverley. The origina ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Flying Scotsman (1929 Film)
''The Flying Scotsman'' is a 1929 British black and white part- silent film set on the '' Flying Scotsman'' train from London to Edinburgh, also featuring the famous locomotive LNER Class A3 4472 ''Flying Scotsman''. Directed by Castleton Knight, the thriller is chiefly remembered for being the first acting role of Ray Milland, as well as for its daring stunts performed aboard the moving train., URL accessed 23 June 2010 Synopsis Engine driver Bob is due to retire from his job after years of distinguished service. On Bob's last day working aboard the famous '' Flying Scotsman'', a disgruntled fireman, dismissed after being reported for drinking at work, decides to get his revenge on Bob (who reported him to the company) by causing an accident. Meanwhile, the fireman's amorous young replacement has fallen in love with a beautiful girl, whose father, unbeknown to him, happens to be Bob (and who has also boarded the train in an attempt to stop the villain). Plot The film is nota ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eric Liddell
Eric Henry Liddell (; 16 January 1902 – 21 February 1945) was a Scottish sprinter, rugby player and Christian missionary. Born in Qing China to Scottish missionary parents, he attended boarding school near London, spending time when possible with his family in Edinburgh, and afterwards attended the University of Edinburgh. At the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris, Liddell refused to run in the heats for his favoured 100 metres because they were held on a Sunday. Instead he competed in the 400 metres held on a weekday, a race that he won. He returned to China in 1925 to serve as a missionary teacher. Aside from two furloughs in Scotland, he remained in China until his death in a Japanese civilian internment camp in 1945. Liddell's Olympic training and racing, and the religious convictions that influenced him, are depicted in the Oscar-winning 1981 film ''Chariots of Fire'', in which he is portrayed by fellow Scot and University of Edinburgh alumnus Ian Charleson. Early li ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gary Anderson (darts Player)
Gary Anderson (born 22 December 1970) is a Scottish professional darts player, currently playing in the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC). He is a former BDO and WDF world number one, and a two-time PDC World Champion, having won the title in 2015 and 2016. His nickname is "The Flying Scotsman", after a famous Scottish steam train. Anderson is renowned for his heavy scoring in the game and having one of the smoothest throws.Darts Psychology: Gary Anderson - The First Round! The Martin Effect; Retrieved 27 December 2010Arthur McKay hits the bullseye with the Flying Scotsman Arthur ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Graeme Obree
Graeme Obree (born 11 September 1965), nicknamed The Flying Scotsman, is a Scottish racing cyclist who twice broke the world hour record, in July 1993 and April 1994, and was the individual pursuit world champion in 1993 and 1995. He was known for his unusual riding positions and for the ''Old Faithful'' bicycle he built which included parts from a washing machine. He joined a professional team in France but was fired before his first race. He also competed in the men's individual pursuit at the 1996 Summer Olympics. Obree has created some radical innovations in bicycle design and cycling position but has had problems with the cycling authorities banning the riding positions his designs required. Obree has been very open about living with bipolar disorder and depression, and the fact that he has attempted suicide three times, using his experiences as a means of encouraging other sportspeople to talk about their own mental health. His life and exploits have been dramatised in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Flying Scotsman (2006 Film)
''The Flying Scotsman'' is a 2006 British drama film, based on the life and career of Scottish amateur cyclist Graeme Obree. The film covers the period of Obree's life that saw him take, lose, and then retake the world one-hour distance record. The film stars Jonny Lee Miller as Obree, Laura Fraser, Billy Boyd, and Brian Cox. Plot The film starts with Graeme Obree (Miller), who suffers from a depressive moment (which we learn is due to a crippling bipolar disorder), cycles into a wood where he attempts to hang himself. A flashback to Obree's ( Sean Brown) childhood depicts him being physically attacked at school by other pupils, leaving the young Graeme with severe psychological scars. One day Obree is given a bicycle by his parents which we see Obree using to evade his bullies. As the film progresses the adult Obree is now married to Anne with a child. In between competing in local races, he runs a failing bicycle shop and has to supplement his income as a bicycle courier. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Grapes Of Wrath (album)
''Grapes of Wrath'' is the first studio album by Spear of Destiny, released by Epic Records in 1983. The band's first single was "Flying Scotsman" followed by the second single "The Wheel". Track listing All songs written by Kirk Brandon Side one # "The Wheel" - 3:10 # "Flying Scotsman" - 3:20 # "Roof of the World" - 3:02 # "Aria" - 4:38 # "Solution" - 3:56 Side two # "The Murder of Love" - 3:12 # "The Preacher" - 2:34 # "Omen of the Times" - 3:15 # "The Man Who Tunes the Drums" - 2:47 # "Grapes of Wrath" - 4:44 A 'Special Cassette Mix'As stated by the inlay cover: 'One side of this programme is of longer duration than the other to preserve the album continuity'. version of the album was also released. It comprises (in track-listed order): :A1 "The Wheel" :A2 "Flying Scotsman" (12" Version) :A3 "Roof of the World" :A4 "Aria" :A5 "Solution" (preceded by a brief guitar version of The Third Man Theme bridging from A4) :B1 "The Preacher" (including a vocal-only intro of the entire ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Flying Scotsman Stakes
The Flying Scotsman Stakes is a Listed flat horse race in Great Britain open to horses aged two years old. It is run at Doncaster Racecourse over a distance of 7 furlongs and 6 yards (1,408 metres), and it is scheduled to take place each year in September. Prior to 2013 the race was known as the Frank Whittle Partnership Conditions Stakes, and amongst its earlier winners was Frankel in 2010. From 1983 to 1999 the race was known as the Queen's Own Yorkshire Dragoons Conditions Stakes. In 2013 it was upgraded to Listed status, replacing Goodwood's Stardom Stakes in the calendar and at the same time it was renamed the Flying Scotsman Stakes in honour of the LNER Class A3 4472 Flying Scotsman, a locomotive which was built at Doncaster Works 90 years previously in 1923. The race is currently held on the third day of Doncaster's four-day St. Leger Festival meeting. Records Leading jockey since 1983 (5 wins): * Frankie Dettori – ''Prussian ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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