Timewatch - S22E03: Rocket and Its Rivals

Name: Rocket and Its Rivals
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2003-01-24
Duration: 1 h

Jan 24, 2003DocumentarySeason 22, Episode 3

Stephenson's Rocket is famous because of the contest it won in 1829. Few realise it triumphed by default when its two rivals had to withdraw because of faulty parts. Using replica engines, Timewatch gives the rivals a second opportunity to beat The Rocket in a full-scale restaging of the Rainhill Trials. Throughout the event, the story of the world's first intercity railway is relayed.

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Timewatch S22E03 Synopsis

Stream Timewatch "Rocket and Its Rivals" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2003-01-24, this episode is part of Season 22 of Timewatch. With a runtime of 50m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Stephenson's Rocket is famous because of the contest it won in 1829. Few realise it triumphed by default when its two rivals had to withdraw because of faulty parts. Using replica engines, Timewatch gives the rivals a second opportunity to beat The R...