Opulence, Innovation, and Intrigue: The history of the Orient Express (Talk)

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Talk will take place at Pippbrook House, RH4 1SH The Orient Express: Europe’s legendary luxury train, whose very name evokes a world of glamour, espionage and timeless intrigue. Conceived in 1883 by a Belgian engineer, this celebrated service quickly became the preferred route for Europe’s elite, transporting royalty, diplomats, adventurers and spies across the continent. Hear the remarkable true stories of passengers such as King Ferdinand of Bulgaria, who insisted on driving the train himself; and the Orient Express’ role in the end of the First World War. Learn how intelligence services carefully monitored passengers on what became known as the Spies Express. Delve into how popular fiction, most famously Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, further embellished the train's mystique, creating an enduring blend of historical fact and captivating legend. This talk is an enthralling journey into the glamorous yet shadowy history of a train that defined an era. Tickets: £13 | Friends: £11

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