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This lot features 6 vintage issues of Trains: The Magazine of Railroading, covering key transitions and historic milestones in American rail history from the early 1980s.
Issue-by-Issue Highlights:
April 1980: "The Floridian Farewell" – A major feature on the termination of Amtrak’s Floridian and Hilltopper services. Includes "Army Alcos in War & Peace".
August 1980: "Boston & Maine Story" – Part 1 of the extensive history of the B&M railroad, plus "The Great 6000-Mile Railfan Tour of 1938".
March 1982: "Union Pacific 3985" – The iconic cover story on the restoration and testing of the "World's Largest Operating Steam Locomotive".
April 1982: "Women in Railroading" – A significant social history feature "From Zero to 1 in 10," plus Part 2 of the Yellowstone Story.
April 1984: "Santa Fe Middle" – Deep dive into the Santa Fe Dairyland Champion and the Cumberland Capers.
May 1984: "Locomotive Valve Gear" – A technical classic explaining the mechanics of Stephenson, Walschaerts, and Southern valve gears.
Condition:
The magazines are in good vintage condition. Covers are bright with minimal shelf wear. All pages are present and clean. Spines are good. Please see photos for the exact condition of each issue).
Shipping:
Shipped via USPS Media Mail in a protective mailer to ensure they arrive in the condition described.
