Life Along the Railroad: Photo Album of 1950s Middle America

Description: The years following World War II represented a unique era in American railroad history. The transition to diesel motive power was well underway, transforming the way railroads were managed and operated. Most passenger stations and routes were still active, but only for a few more years. Middle America, considered the “Heartland” of the nation, included many small towns that still retained close-knit communities relatively unchanged for decades in addition to important cities like Chicago, Topeka, St. Louis, Omaha, and Kansas City. "Life Along the Railroad" features over 225 high quality photographs of small town and big city scenes at railroad stations, freight yards, back shops, and the right-of-way. Includes high quality photographs throughout the states of Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska. Paperback; printed on glossy photo paper. 175 pages. Other books by the author (most are self-published in limited quantities): Railroad Atlas: New York StateRailroad Atlas: New York’s Capital RegionThe Back Shop Illustrated, Volume 1 (Northeast)The Back Shop Illustrated, Volume 2 (Midwest)The Back Shop Illustrated, Volume 3 (Southeast and Western)Stables of the Iron Horse (roundhouses)Railroads of New York’s Capital DistrictThe Golden Age of Railroads in New York’s Capital DistrictEarly Railroads of New York’s Capital DistrictRailroad Wars of New York StateThe Ballston Terminal Railroad and Its SuccessorsLost Industries of Saratoga CountyLost Industries of Albany CountyAround Milton (Saratoga County)Isaiah Blood: Scythe and Axe Maker

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Location: Schenectady, New York

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