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link to The World Famous Flying Scotsman

The World Famous Flying Scotsman

Background In February 1923, the world's most famous locomotive rolled out of Doncaster Works, as one of Sir Nigel Gresley's most notable creations, Class A1 Pacific locomotive 4472 "The Flying...

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link to Strasburg Railroad-A Rolling Museum

Strasburg Railroad-A Rolling Museum

Background Since its charter in 1832, the Strasburg Railroad continues to operate under the name of which it was created. This is the only railroad in the western hemisphere to accomplish this feat,...

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link to Sir Nigel Gresley’s Legendary Locomotives

Sir Nigel Gresley’s Legendary Locomotives

Background Considered one of the greatest locomotive designers of all time, Sir Nigel Gresley developed some of the most famous locomotives the world has ever seen. Gresley is responsible for...

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link to National Railway Museum

National Railway Museum

Background Part of the British Science Museum Group, the National Railway Museum educates visitors throughout the world on the life-changing innovation that is the railway. Included at the museum...

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link to Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum

Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum

Background Recognized as the birthplace of American Railroading, the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum is the largest collection of historic railroad artifacts in the western hemisphere. Located in...

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link to Steamtown National Historic Site

Steamtown National Historic Site

Background Located in the heart of anthracite coal country lies the Steamtown National Historic Site, a division of the National Park Service (NPS), and a historic landmark.Located in Scranton,...

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I'm Josef, the founder of Worldwide Rails. I am a lifelong rail enthusiast, and have a true passion for rail travel and would like to translate my knowledge of it to the world. Featured on the site will be technical information about locomotives, historical railroad information, and the most asked questions about the rail industry. Thanks for stopping by!

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