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Quintinshill rail disaster

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Quintinshill rail disaster, Rail disaster in Dumfries and Galloway

Name: Quintinshill rail disaster
Address: Dumfries and Galloway

The Quintinshill rail disaster is the worst rail crash in British history.

Occurred on 22 May 1915, during World War I.

The disaster's impact deeply affected local communities and railway safety culture.

Quintinshill is no longer an operational signal box since it was decommissioned.

Over 200 soldiers of the Royal Scots were among the victims.

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Dumfries and Galloway

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55.01474,-3.06725

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August 31, 2026 12:17

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