Railroading in Downtown Chicago 1958-1969

Railroading in Downtown Chicago 1958-1969 by Robert P. Olmsted. paperback edition. ISBN: 9781931477185.

“Railroading in Downtown Chicago 1958-1969” is a beautiful work featuring the superb black & white photography of Robert P. Olmsted, accompanied by his very informative and insightful text. This book covers some of the most exciting years in the history of Chicago railroading. You’ll see pre-merger favorites like Monon, PRR, C&NW, Erie Lackawanna, CB&Q, New York Central, C&EI, C&O/B&O and of course, the Santa Fe! There is an interesting mix of passenger and freight trains pulled by a variety of motive power, including E8’s, ALCO PA’s, RS3’s and many more. Enjoy the sights of downtown Chicago in this fine book by The Railroad Press. Softcover, 8-1/2” x 11”, 52 pages with 68 large, sharp, clear photos!