Railroad Collection (page 4)

President Cleveland as a railroad engineer, 1893
1576810 President Cleveland as a railroad engineer, 1893; (add.info.: They can't hold up this train! President Cleveland as a railroad engineer driving a locomotive labelled "Administration)

Departure of the first train of the German railway company Munich - Ausburg on September 1, 1839. Engraving
AIS5344815 Departure of the first train of the German railway company Munich - Ausburg on September 1, 1839. Engraving; Verkehrsmuseum Nurnberg, Nuremberg, Germany; © Iberfoto

Mr. Dredge's design for the Bath Bridge, c.1836 (hand coloured litho on paper)
7485322 Mr. Dredge's design for the Bath Bridge, c.1836 (hand coloured litho on paper) by Dredge, James (1794-1863) ; 34x51 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Express steam train. Doll's alphabet. Imaging of Pont-a-Mousson by Louis Vagne, c.1900 (lithograph)
DUV4201711 Express steam train. Doll's alphabet. Imaging of Pont-a-Mousson by Louis Vagne, c.1900 (lithograph); 31.5x24.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Duvallon

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: a group of employees of the train station of Tours petite vitesse
LUX4750837 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: a group of employees of the train station of Tours petite vitesse, 1892 - Compagnie d'Orleans, small speed, Tours 1892; (add.info.: France)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Studio portrait of a railway worker in professional clothing
LUX4725223 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Studio portrait of a railway worker in professional clothing, train driver with basket and glasses, 1910; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Blackwall Railroad Terminal and Brunswick Pier, with the Brunswick propeller and other steamers
MMM5483654 Blackwall Railroad Terminal and Brunswick Pier, with the Brunswick propeller and other steamers; National Maritime Museum, London

The Silver Palace dining room car
5308324 The Silver Palace dining room car.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Silver Palace dining room car which were on the Erie, Pacific and the New York to San Francisco railroads)

A passenger train and baggage wagon
5308303 A passenger train and baggage wagon.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a passenger train and baggage wagon on the Boston and Worcester Railroad. Dated 19th Century)

Railway in the Colorado, USA, c.1910-20 (print)
7293025 Railway in the Colorado, USA, c.1910-20 (print); (add.info.: Geography. USA. Railway tunnels in the Gore Canyon, Colorado, USA. Postcard, USA, ca 1910-20.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Indians attacking train
2604132 Indians attacking train; (add.info.: North American Indians who have left their Reservation, attacking a train on the South Pacific Railroad, Arizona)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): A railway station, discussion between soldiers and employees, 1865
LUX4817375 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): A railway station, discussion between soldiers and employees, 1865; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): A railway station

France, Auvergne, Puy-de-Dome (63), Clermont-Ferrand: Depart of the small train of Puy de Dome
LUX4779908 France, Auvergne, Puy-de-Dome (63), Clermont-Ferrand: Depart of the small train of Puy de Dome, tourists equipped for a hike ride on the small train, 1892; (add.info.: France, Auvergne)

1840-50s Railroad bridge in Pennsylvania
3031671 1840-50s Railroad bridge in Pennsylvania; Private Collection; (add.info.: 1840-50s Railroad bridge in Pennsylvania); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Portland Maine steam locomotive, c.1860
3031127 Portland Maine steam locomotive, c.1860 ; Private Collection; © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Train on a wooden bridge, New England 1860-70s
3031125 Train on a wooden bridge, New England 1860-70s; Private Collection; (add.info.: Train on a wooden bridge, New England 1860-70 by The New England View Company, Portland)

The Long Office at the Railway Clearing House, 1896
3478922 The Long Office at the Railway Clearing House, 1896; (add.info.: The Long Office at the Railway Clearing House: This organisation was set up to make it possible for passengers)

Civil War Railroad Map, 1862
2902811 Civil War Railroad Map, 1862; (add.info.: New railroad map of the middle states including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Ohio and Canada.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Iron Railway Bridge over the River Wye, now in course of erection by Messrs. W. and J
7426829 Iron Railway Bridge over the River Wye, now in course of erection by Messrs. W. and J. Galloway, Engineers and Iron-founders, Manchester, for the Newport, Abergavenny

Locomotion c1857 (photo mounted on card)
7426827 Locomotion c1857 (photo mounted on card); 15x19 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: View of 0-4-0 the tender steam locomotive Locomotion')

Puffing Billy, 1862 (photo mounted on card)
7426826 Puffing Billy, 1862 (photo mounted on card); 15x20 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire, UK; (add.info)

Railway Station, at Wellington, Shropshire, July, 1849 (lithograph on paper)
7426784 Railway Station, at Wellington, Shropshire, July, 1849 (lithograph on paper); 25x33 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Isometrical plan of Mr. Grainger's proposed concentration of the termini of the several railways from London
7426778 Isometrical plan of Mr. Grainger's proposed concentration of the termini of the several railways from London, Edinburgh, Carlisle, Shields and Sunderland, at a General Depot at Elswick T

Shrewsbury Castle, the Railway Station, and Grammar Schools, c1850 (tinted lithograph on paper)
7426777 Shrewsbury Castle, the Railway Station, and Grammar Schools, c1850 (tinted lithograph on paper); 22x34 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

An electric tramway in Germany in 1886 (engraving)
8766920 An electric tramway in Germany in 1886 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: An electric tramway in Germany in 1886 ( Sacchausen ) 1886); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

A train crossing Colorado mountains. U.S.A. in 1886 (engraving)
8766916 A train crossing Colorado mountains. U.S.A. in 1886 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: A train crossing Colorado mountains. U.S.A. in 1886); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

USA History: An american railroad colvoi
5313441 USA History: An american railroad colvoi; SeM Studio/UIG

Poster advertising travel by the shipping company Compagnie Generale Transatlantique, c.1930 (colour lithograph)
1197895 Poster advertising travel by the shipping company Compagnie Generale Transatlantique, c.1930 (colour lithograph) by Sebille

Collapse of a railroad bridge during Presidential visit, 1866
1576637 Collapse of a railroad bridge during Presidential visit, 1866; (add.info.: Appalling calamity at Johnstown, Pa. on Friday, Sept)

President Cleveland as a railroad conductor, 1893
1576806 President Cleveland as a railroad conductor, 1893; (add.info.: An old imposition President Cleveland as a railroad conductor collecting fares from William McKinley)

George Stephenson's locomotive Rocket winning the competition at Rainhill Bridge, near Manchester, England
530593 George Stephenson's locomotive Rocket winning the competition at Rainhill Bridge, near Manchester, England, for the engine to be used on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway

Sunday morning on the Union Pacific Railroad. Singing hymns and sacred songs around the harmonium
530771 Sunday morning on the Union Pacific Railroad. Singing hymns and sacred songs around the harmonium. Wood engraving published London 1875.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Ball in commemoration of the opening of the Geneva Railway (engraving)
8676398 Ball in commemoration of the opening of the Geneva Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of the Severn Tunnel (litho)
8675801 Map of the Severn Tunnel (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the Severn Tunnel, underwater railway tunnel)

Lewes, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676029 Lewes, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewes, Sussex. Illustration from The Sussex County Magazine)

Holiday crowds at Waterloo Station, London (b/w photo)
8676163 Holiday crowds at Waterloo Station, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holiday crowds at Waterloo Station, London)

The Pope's railway saloon (engraving)
8676690 The Pope's railway saloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pope's railway saloon)

Interior of the Pope's railway saloon (engraving)
8676687 Interior of the Pope's railway saloon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Pope's railway saloon)

Visit of Queen Victoria to Prussia (engraving)
8676474 Visit of Queen Victoria to Prussia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of Queen Victoria to Prussia)

Phil May sketch (colour litho)
8635939 Phil May sketch (colour litho) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of the set of Phil May Sketches, issued by Fry's Chocolates in c.1905.); © Look and Learn

The honeymoon (colour litho)
8635550 The honeymoon (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The honeymoon. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

William Dobbie, Scottish trade unionist and politician (b/w photo)
8673417 William Dobbie, Scottish trade unionist and politician (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Dobbie (1878-1950)

Impulsoria (engraving)
8673245 Impulsoria (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Impulsoria, a locomotive designed by Clemente Masserano powered via a gearbox by horses on a)

Cheap Railway Travelling (engraving)
8672766 Cheap Railway Travelling (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cheap Railway Travelling. A picture from the Wild West)

Munich's first railway, 1839 (litho)
8673069 Munich's first railway, 1839 (litho) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Test run on Munich's first railway, 25 August 1839)

Bridge over the Elbe on the Saxon-Bohemian State Railway, Dresden, 19th Century (colour litho)
8673061 Bridge over the Elbe on the Saxon-Bohemian State Railway, Dresden, 19th Century (colour litho) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Prize-winning German railway poster, 1934 (colour litho)
8673054 Prize-winning German railway poster, 1934 (colour litho) by Wiertz, Jupp (1888-1939); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ely Cathedral, from the Railway (b/w photo)
8648749 Ely Cathedral, from the Railway (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ely Cathedral, from the Railway)

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"The Golden Era of Railroads: A Journey Through Time" Step back in time to the glamorous era of rail travel with iconic images that capture the essence of a bygone age. The Blue Comet train, known for its luxurious amenities and impeccable service, epitomizes the grandeur and elegance of train travel. As it departs from Grand Central Terminal in New York City circa 1930, one can only imagine the excitement and anticipation felt by passengers embarking on their adventures. The Spirit of Progress beckons us to explore further as we encounter a captivating poster advertising the Orient Express in 1888. This legendary train became synonymous with opulence and intrigue, whisking travelers away on unforgettable journeys across Europe. Union Station in Portland, Maine stands as a testament to America's love affair with trains. Its magnificent architecture serves as a gateway to new destinations and possibilities. Similarly, Simplon-Orient-Express transports our imagination from London to Cairo during the early 1930s – an extraordinary feat that connected continents. Venturing westward, we discover New Pavilion Saltair amidst bathers enjoying leisurely days by Salt Lake City's shores. This idyllic scene showcases how railways brought joy and recreation to communities across America. In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Union Railway Station emerges as a symbol of progress and industrial might. Steam trains chug along its tracks, carrying goods and dreams alike towards an ever-evolving future. Traveling beyond borders takes us on A Peep at the Train journey through India in 1892 – capturing vibrant landscapes through pencil sketches infused with watercolors. It reminds us that railways have always been bridges between cultures and civilizations. A woman aboard a train captures our attention next; her date set against the backdrop of bustling stations evokes nostalgia for simpler times when romance bloomed amidst rhythmic clatterings on steel tracks. Finally, we witness modernity colliding with tradition as Tokaido Shinkansen, Japan's bullet train, races past Mount Fuji.