Trains January 2012

Western Steam Glory
By John Gruber
Joel Jensen's love of steam and the West began less than 30 years ago, but his photos capture early 20th century railroading essence

Bridges of Britain
By William D. Middleton
The birthplace of railroading contains some of its most distinctive spans. Come along on a survey of Great Britain's most beloved and notable bridges

Map of the Month: What happened to Chessie System?
By Bob Withers and Bill Metzger
After Chessie's ninth life, here's what became of her under CSX Transportation

Bob Bryant's Big Little Railroad
By Fred Frailey
Buckingham Branch, once a mom-and-pop short line, spreads its wings and flies

Canada's Unpolished Gem
By Bob Johnston
The diminutive streamliner once know as Chaleur still delivers one-of-a-kind charm

In My Own Words: 500 Ways to Fire
By John O. Stanley
A Canadian Pacific steam locomotive fireman's experiences on the left-hand side of the cab