Here is a photo taken by Bob Lorenz that was published in David W. Seidel's 2008 book entitled "Images Of Rail: Horseshoe Curve," page 33. Partial Caption: "An eastbound freight consist passes the apex of Horseshoe Curve in the late 1940's, headed by J-1 Texas type No. 6405." Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6405 is a J-1A (2-10-4) "Texas" built in Juniata during June of 1943 and retired in February of 1960 after just 17 years of revenue service. |
Date:
1/1/2008 |
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ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA |
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Thomas C. Ayers |
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This picture is part of album: PRR: Seidel ~> "Horseshoe Curve" ~ 2008 |