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The Golden Age of Trains

$995 Each

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This acclaimed series o ers a variety of exciting programs beginning in the 1930s through the transition years of the 1950s and ’60s. Each volume contains six short vintage lms. B&W and color. Vol. 1 – Follow the many innovations and luxuries of trains from the 1930s through the 1950s. 1 hr. 56 min. #RV9730 Vol. 2 – Includes films released by Southern Pacific, Seaboard Air Line, New York Central, Rock Island, and Santa Fe. 2 hrs. 15 min. #402288 Vol. 3 – See a Norfolk & Western lm on how coal powered America and witness a young engineer earn his stripes on the Milwaukee Road. 2 hrs. 37 min. #402289 Vol. 4 – Enjoy footage along the Santa Fe in the early 1940s, and see how freight trains are assembled, inspected, and scheduled. 2 hrs. 5 min. #402744 Vol. 5 – This volume explains how locomotives were essential to our economy’s growth. 2 hours. #402745 Vol. 6 – Take a look at the 1940s through the 50s and how they were the most prosperous decades for railroad travel. 2 hrs. 17 min. #403483 Vol. 7 – Learn why these diesel-powered passenger locomotives were the way to go! 1 hr. 55 min. #403484 Vol. 8 – Explore the modern age of streamliners and the solution to the increasing number of automobiles. 1 hr. 45 min. #405276 Vol. 9 – Steam locomotives transported goods and services at a low cost, and the job of railroad men was dangerous at times. 1 hr. 50 min. #405277 Vol. 10 – The railway system peaked during the 1940s and ‘50s, including the demand for faster and inexpensive transportation. 1 hr. 38 min. #405278 Vol. 11 – Experience the vast expansion of railroads in the West and the B&O’s 8,000-mile celebration. 2 hrs. 17 min. #405279 Vol. 12 – Post-World War II growth allowed America's Buy The Golden Age of Trains railway system to modernize. DVD Package – Save $20! 2 hrs. 12 min. #408411 #405280 Separately: $119.40 $99.40

“Classic American Trains” Metal Sign

Made in the USA.

This steel sign salutes a diverse selection of American trains. Includes mounting holes. 15"x 12". #401475 $24.95

American Railroad Expansion & History

This DVD examines the American railroad system. You’ll meet the minds behind the westward expansion and trace the development of rail travel in America from 1800 to the end of the steam era, beginning with the rst movements west to the crossing of the Mississippi River and the need for time zones, the di culty laying lines through the Rocky Mountains, the connection of the coasts, and the last days of steam. B&W and color, 1 hr. 17 min. #RV2197 $17.95

Digitally recorded, these CDs bring the sounds of yesteryear to life!

$14.95 each Volume 1 – Enjoy western railroading with UP’s Challenger #3985, SP’s Daylight #4449, and Cumbres & Toltec steamers. You’ll even hear some FP9s! 58 minutes. #RA0011 Volume 2 – This volume features NS’ 2-6-6-4 Class A #1218, N&W’s 4-8-4 #611, and the venerable 2-8-2 #4501 recorded in 1957! 57 minutes. #RA0012 Volume 3 – Featuring Canadian whistles and exhaust sounds echoing o the mountains and trees, you’ll hear Royal Hudson 4-6-4 #2860, exCanadian National 4-8-2 “Bullet-Nosed Betty” #6060 and more! 52 minutes. #RA0027 Volume 4 – You’ll enjoy heavy-duty mainline steam power – dual 4-8-4 Northerns, a 2-6-6-4 Mallet, and a 4-6-6-4 Challenger traveling over Archer Hill. 57 minutes. #RA0028

Buy Three – Get the Fourth FREE! All 4 CDs: #408206 $39.80

Hobo Signs and Symbols

The hobos of early 20th century America communicated through a basic system of marks and symbols to provide information to their fellow Knights of the Road. Now, through these interpretive collectibles, you can learn their language and gain new insight into this unique way of life! $9.95 each Sign – 12"x10" white-gloss aluminum sign includes mounting holes. #R08201 Mug – 11 oz. ceramic mug is dishwasher and microwave safe. #R66296