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I was John's fireman on his first ever driving turn. We was delivering supplies to signal boxes in the Wigan area so nothing really difficult or exciting. That shift was notable as it was John's first driving turn... but it was my last turn as fireman as I was redundant at the end of the shift. John was a very good mate (Colleague) and a very agile goalkeeper for the Springs Branch football team.

What year would that be, Geoff?

did drivers have different uniforms in those days.

Hi Jarvo. 1968, when steam engines finished was the first time I was made redundant. Good observation Gibo!

Did anyone know Bill Bootle.He was a train driver.Started working on the railway when he left school.He passed away about 7 yes ago?