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It’s Railroad History

As Chapter Historian I really enjoy sharing railroad history information. I have discovered over the years that, while reading about railroads and railroading, many aspects of local and national history became apparent to me, so it became a learning experience for me as well as a source of entertainment. I am using this platform to highlight some aspects of railroad history each month. This presentation is featured in The Shortline, as well as on this Chapter website.
I thought it should be called; “It’s Railroad History.” Let me know if you enjoy it by using the "Comments" option on the page!
Tom Gallagher CVC-NRHS Historian

April 1- April Fool’s Day- It’s History

4/6/2024

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April 1- April Fool’s Day- It’s History
April 1, 1971 Conrail was formed from six failing railroads in the northeast and
Midwest. Conrail is gone now, but a few of the railroads that are operating
former Conrail routes are recognizing Conrail by painting heritage locomotives
in Conrail colors. Images obtained from Railpictures.net.

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Tom Gallagher - Chapter Historian

The Author

Tom Gallagher is our Chapter Railroad Historian. He shares his unique perspective of events, locations and facts about railroads of the past.
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