ID #:
540
Film Type:
documentary
Color or BW:
Color and B&W
Description:
The Association of American Railroads produced this film during World War II when the railroads became indispensable assets to both the military and civilian economy. The Freight Train: This film follows the Fast Freight #40 on its journey from Kansas City to Chicago. Snow on the Run: The Southern Pacific Railway presents this beautifully filmed color production detailing the lives of the snow movers on the high mountain passes of the SP lines.
Keywords:
20th century, freight trains, railroads, Southern Pacific Railway, trains, United States
Volume:
vol 5