| Here is a photo by H.W. Pontin via Rail Photo Service that was taken at the Horseshoe Curve near Altoona, Pennsylvania, in July of 1940. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #1554, a K-4S (4-6-2) "Pacific" built in Juniata during April of 1918 and retired in March of 1950 after 32 years of faithful service. In this context, it's rounding the Curve with a passenger train on its way down the Allegheny Mountains to Altoona and points East. John S. Fisher Collection; #9 of 14. |
| Date:
7/7/1940 |
Location:
ALTOONA (HORSESHOE C, PA |
Views:
183 |
Collection Of:
 
Thomas C. Ayers |
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Author: Thomas C. Ayers
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| Picture Categories: Steam,Passenger |
This picture is part of album: PRR: Pontin At Horseshoe Curve via John S. Fisher (R) |