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Photographic Print : Americas Most Famous Train. The Twentieth Century Limited, 1935. Creator: Unknown
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Americas Most Famous Train. The Twentieth Century Limited, 1935. Creator: Unknown
Americas Most Famous Train. The " Twentieth Century Limited", owned by the New York Central Lines, covers the 961 miles between New York and Chicago in 17 3/4 hours, 1935. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 1". [The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, 1935]
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the grandeur of America's most famous train, the Twentieth Century Limited, as it roars into the station in 1935. Owned by the New York Central Lines, this iconic locomotive covered the 961 miles between New York and Chicago in an impressive 17 3/4 hours. Add this captivating piece of history to your home or office décor and let the story of this legendary train transport you.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Step back in time to the golden age of American rail travel with this print of 'America's Most Famous Train, The Twentieth Century Limited'. Taken in 1935 by an unknown photographer, this image captures the grandeur and elegance of one of the nation's most iconic trains. Owned by the New York Central Lines, The Twentieth Century Limited was renowned for its luxurious accommodations and swift journey between New York and Chicago. Covering a distance of 961 miles in just under 18 hours, it epitomized speed and efficiency in an era when train travel reigned supreme. The black-and-white composition adds a timeless quality to the scene, highlighting the sleek exterior design of the steam locomotive against a backdrop of railway tracks stretching into infinity. Published in 'Railway Wonders of the World', this photograph showcases not only engineering marvels but also serves as a testament to America's growing transportation network. As you gaze upon this remarkable piece from yesteryear, imagine yourself aboard this express train, experiencing firsthand the excitement and allure that captivated passengers during its heyday. Let your imagination transport you back to an era when railroads were at their zenith – connecting people across vast distances while embodying progress and adventure.
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