Why did some Railroad Steam Engines have what look like Blinders at the front of the engine?
I have seen some pictures of Railroad Steam engines that have what look like Blinders used on Mules and horses. Funny thing to see on a Steam Engine as Steam engines doesn’t see so why are these on here? Could it be used to make a better line of sight for the Engineer? Here are some pictures of what I am talking about.
http://www.train-photos.com/picture/number3771.asp
http://www.free-images.org.uk/railway/class-9f-steam-engine.jpg
http://www.loupiote.com/photos/87750769.shtml
Steam Train, Epping Station, Cape Town
Image taken on 2002-10-06 10:50:04 by DanieVDM.
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