Syria 27.9.2008: 2-6-0T 130-755 makes a spirited departure along rubbish-strewn tracks, from Hame station. Hame is the "headquarters" of this charming line, where 130-755 and her coaches are stored, and maintained in, the open air. In addition to several items of rolling stock side-lined here, can be found ex-DHP sister 2-6-0T Nos. 130-751 and 130-754 (SLM 851 and 854/1894 respectively), plus Hedjaz Railway 2-8-0 No.90 (Hartmann 3039/1907); none are in working order and given the prevailing economic climate, are unlikely ever to work again.
Roger Griffiths; roger.griffiths@hotmail.com