- A unique photographic journey across the Union Pacific railroad network with unpublished colour and mono images
- Features extended commentaries from the authors, which are rich in detail and creativity
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Superbly written and researched, this is essential for the historian, train enthusiast and modeller
Union Pacific Railroad Heritage covers the history of this amazing railroad that was founded in 1862 and completed the United States first transcontinental railroad in 1869.
With the need to develop more powerful steam locomotives to handle the railroad’s steep gradients, the Union Pacific Railroad designed the 4-12-2 locomotive, 4-6-6-4 Challenger which influenced development of the 4-8-8-4 Big Boy, followed by the 6,600-horsepower Centennial diesel locomotive, and 8,500-horsepower gas turbine electric locomotive.
The Union Pacific Railroad operated wellmaintained passenger trains including “City of San Francisco,” “City of Los Angeles,” “City of Portland,” and “City of Denver” until May 1, 1971, when AMTRAK took over United States intercity passenger service.
| BOOK ISBN |
9781625451170 |
| FORMAT |
275 x 215 mm |
| BINDING |
Paperback |
| PAGES |
128 pages |
| PUBLICATION DATE |
20 July 2023 |
| TERRITORY |
USA |
| ILLUSTRATIONS |
145 colour photographs |
Kenneth Springirth, has a lifelong interest in rail transportation. A detailed researcher, Ken’s interest in rail transportation by 2013 has culminated in writing 20 books on trolley car systems and railroads covering a variety of locations. He lives in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Beth Anne Keates is an industrious, dedicated and passionate volunteer for the West Chester Railroad, with the encouragement of her father Donald P. Van Krieken Sr., has had a lifelong interest in rail transportation. Her husband Brian and sons Andrew and Jacob also share that interest.
