The Horseshoe Curve

Author: Dennis P. McIlnay
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780977980512
Category : Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark (Pa.)
Languages : en
Pages : 455

Book Description
In this book, the author brings history alive with the stunning tale of three interconnected-- but little-known-- events in American history. These are the Nazi plot during World War II to destroy the Horseshoe Curve; the FBI's search of the homes of 225 Altoonans on July 1, 1942 as "alien enemies" and the internment by the U.S. of 15,000 German and Italian Americans; and the personal and organizational drama of the founding of the Pennsylvania Railroad and the building of the Horseshoe Curve. This book seamlessly blends information from over 300 actual historical sources including FBI files acquired through the Freedom of Information Act.

Horseshoe Curve

Author: David W. Seidel
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738557076
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
The Horseshoe Curve is known worldwide as an engineering achievement by the Pennsylvania Railroad. This landmark, located just west of Altoona, opened to traffic on February 15, 1854, and it enabled a railroad line to climb the Allegheny Mountains and the eastern continental divide. The Horseshoe Curve's construction impacted railroad design and development for mountainous terrain everywhere, enabling access to coal and other raw materials essential for the industrial age. J. Edgar Thomson, chief engineer of the Pennsylvania Railroad, is widely recognized for his engineering and design of the Horseshoe Curve, a concept never utilized previously. Today the curve is still in use and sees approximately 70 trains daily. Through vintage photographs, Horseshoe Curve chronicles how this marvel remains one of the vital transportation arteries linking the east and west coasts of the United States.

Horseshoe Curve

Author: David W. Seidel
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439620342
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
The Pennsylvania Railroad's Horseshoe Curve is known worldwide as an engineering wonder. This landmark, located just west of Altoona, opened to traffic on February 15, 1854, and it enabled the Pennsylvania railroad line to climb the Allegheny Mountains and the eastern continental divide. The Horseshoe Curve's construction impacted railroad design and development for mountainous terrain everywhere, enabling access to coal and other raw materials essential for the industrial age. J. Edgar Thomson, chief engineer of the Pennsylvania Railroad, is widely recognized for his engineering and design of the Horseshoe Curve, a concept never utilized previously. Today the curve is still in use and sees approximately 70 trains daily. Through vintage photographs, Horseshoe Curve chronicles how this marvel remains one of the vital transportation arteries linking the east and west coasts of the United States.

Classic Railroads You Can Model

Author: Kalmbach Publishing Company
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
ISBN: 9780890246146
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 108

Book Description
A compilation of the editor's favorite HO and N scale track plans from two popular out-of-print books, Railroads You Can Model and More Railroads You Can Model.

Guide to North American Railroad Hot Spots

Author: J. David Ingles
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
ISBN: 9780890243732
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 218

Book Description
A compilation of the best places to watch trains in operation across North America. Each entry includes a photos, general location, directions from the nearest highway, list of operating railroads, and the type and regularity of trains operating. Also includes railroad radio frequencies, scenic highlights, photography tips, safety considerations and other relevant travel information.

Around Cresson and the Alleghenies

Author: Anne Frances Pulling, Sr.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738590400
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
The Allegheny Mountains constantly challenged early settlers to use their creativity and skills to conquer what seemed an almost insurmountable barrier. The founding fathers recognized potential in the area both as a resort and as a thriving town that would attract industry. Through hard work and innovation, an all-rail route over the mountains was established, linking the area with important industrial and trade centers. Many people came to Cresson to enjoy the health and recreational benefits of its natural springs, and the area's "pike" afforded the first stage link between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. When the Pennsylvania Railroad established headquarters here, with a roundhouse, machine shops, and branch lines, the area entered an era of industrial prosperity. I n this remarkable volume, over 200 rare images are combines with informative and insightful text. Early views of the famous Horseshoe Curve, the Gallitzin Tunnels, and the Mountain House are delightfully intertwined with photographs of homes, workplaces, churches, and the people who made the area prosper and grow. Readers visit Loretto, a town founded by "A Prince-Priest, Demetrius A. Gallitzin, Apostle of the Alleghenies" and they are transported to Portage and Lilly, areas of woodlands that gave rise to numerous sawmills.

The Classic Layout Designs of John Armstrong

Author: John H. Armstrong
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
ISBN: 9780890244173
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 102

Book Description
This notable designer has contributed to Model Railroader magazine since the 1950s. This exciting book features easy-to-follow layout designs for sophisticated layouts. Ideal for intermediate and advanced model railroaders.

Heart of the Pennsylvania Railroad

Author: Robert S. McGonigal
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description
Explores the Pennsy main line from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh and the three divisions that operated it. Photos and explanations trace the line's electric, steam, and diesel locomotives in all their glory.

Journey to Horseshoe Bend

Author: TGH Strehlow
Publisher: Giramondo Publishing
ISBN: 1922146781
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 288

Book Description
Journey to Horseshoe Bend was first published in 1969 and has been out of print for almost forty years. An Australian literary classic, it was written by TGH (Ted) Strehlow, author of the monumental Songs of Central Australia. It describes the final days of his father, Pastor Carl Strehlow, head of the Lutheran mission at Hermannsburg, as they travel, with Aboriginal companions, in extreme heat, along the dry riverbed of the Finke River, to the nearest railhead in search of medical assistance. They never reach help: the journey ends at Horseshoe Bend, with Pastor Strehlow’s death. Ted Strehlow grew up with Aborigines on the mission, and his knowledge of their customs and stories was unique. The book combines this knowledge, with a detailed awareness of the landscape and its sacred places, the battles that have been fought there, the lonely outposts of white settlement, and of the Biblical resonances of their own journey through this desert setting.

On the Main Line

Author: Edwin P. Alexander
Publisher: New York : C.N. Potter
ISBN:
Category : Railroads
Languages : en
Pages : 332

Book Description