AHC. Here is a photo by Bruce D. Fales that was taken near the Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 24 July 1948. It was published originally in Mike Schaffer & Brian Solomon's (1997) book entitled "Pennsylvania Railroad," page 22. Photo Caption: "Nearly all freights making the westbound climb out of Altoona were (and still are) assisted by a set of helper locomotives pushing at the hind end of the train. On this day in July 1948, no less than three locomotives ~ two of them running in reverse ~ help a freight achieve the summit." Partially visible at the left is Pennsylvania Railroad N-5 cabin car #477630. |
Date:
7/25/1948 |
Location:
ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA |
Views:
932 |
Collection Of:
Thomas C. Ayers |
Rolling Stock: |
Author: Thomas C. Ayers
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Picture Categories: RollingStock,Steam |
This picture is part of album: PRR: Altoona's Horseshoe Curve ~ '29-'89 |