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At 8, 242 feet, Sherman was at the summit of the Black Hills and the highest point on the Union Pacific Railroad. Named for William Sherman the tallest Union Army general it perched 33 miles west of

Train driver Passengers looking out of the window

The Capitals Limited London to Edinburgh non stop express. Workers at Kings Cross wave goodbye as the train leaves the station on its inaugural run 23rd May 1949

Best Friend of Charleston USA Locomotives 1830

Broad Gauge passenger engine Lightning 1847 Great Western Railway Iron Duke

Last broad gauge through train leaving Paddington 20th May 1892 London

William Hedleys Puffing Billy at work at a colliery 1813

Travelling on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway A train of carriages with cattle A train of Waggons with Goods 1831

Railway going up from the plains of Colombo to Kandy Ceylon Sensation Rock on the Kandy Railway 1881-1889

Dublin and Kingstown Railway opened 17th December 1834 View from Blackrock 1834 looking across Dublin Bay

Duke of Gloucester built 1954

Sunday on the union Pacific Railway 1875

Queen Victoria Saloon 1869

West Point US Locomotive

London to Birmingham Railway North Church Tunnel under construction

From Bournes drawings of the London and Birmingham Railway 1839 Building the retaining wall at Camden Town

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"Albany Books: A Journey Through the Golden Age of Railways" Step aboard as we delve into the captivating world of Albany Books, where history and locomotives intertwine to create a mesmerizing tale. Picture yourself in awe as the mighty Union Pacific Class Steam Locomotive, with its impressive 4-8-8-4 wheel arrangement known as Big Boy Class, roars through the vast American landscapes. Its sheer power and grandeur leave spectators breathless. Transporting you back in time, we embark on a thrilling adventure on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Planet. Witness firsthand the Trevithick Railroad at Euston Square in 1809, where "Catchme who can" by Rowlandson captured hearts with its pioneering spirit. The Union Pacific Pacific Class Steam Locomotive takes center stage next, boasting a remarkable 4-6-2 wheel arrangement under its P Class designation. This magnificent machine symbolizes progress and innovation during an era when railways shaped nations. Marvel at the Santa Fe type locomotive built by Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1917—a true testament to engineering excellence that propelled America's rail network forward. Meanwhile, M. W. Baldwin & Co. , Philadelphia Iron City's iconic locomotive builders of the 19th century, left an indelible mark on railway history. Relive historic moments like never before—the opening of Stockton & Darlington Railway in 1825 marked a turning point for transportation while The Flying Scotsman departing Kings Cross for Edinburgh commemorated East Centenary celebrations. Witness ambition come alive through photographs capturing every detail of building East Bengal Railway from 1869 to 1872—an endeavor that connected communities and fostered growth across regions. Immerse yourself further into this enchanting narrative with glimpses of iconic steam trains such as Golden Arrow or The Great Western drawn by Lane in 1846—each representing elegance and sophistication unique to their time.