The history, art, and legacy of the Flying Scotsman
The Flying Scotsman is the world's most famous train service. Over 100 years since the iconic steam locomotive entered service, we trace its history and le
www.nms.ac.ukattended a milestone in 1923, crafted under Sir Nigel Gresley, numbered as 1472. regarded as the world’s famous engine, officially the first to reach 100 mph, and world circumnavigation milestone. In 1989, it completed a 422-mile non-stop run. Ownership shifted ownership, including a overhaul by Alan Pegler. It driven across Britain, and internationally, notably a 1969 American tour.