SECOND QUARTER 2026: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Conrail as we look back at the creation of Big Blue from six bankrupt Northeastern railroads. In recognition of America’s 250th anniversary, we also revisit the patriotic Bicentennial red, white, and blue paint schemes that appeared on railroads from coast to coast. Mike Bednar takes us along for a ride aboard classic Reading Company Alcos. All this and more in the Second Quarter issue of Trains & Railroads of the Past!
Conrail’s 50th Anniversary
Fifty years ago, six bankrupt Northeastern railroads were combined into one single system that would become Conrail.
San Francisco Scenes 1950-1975
Vintage scenes of railroading in and around San Francisco from 1950 through 1975, illustrated with images from the Lloyd Transportation Library.
Railfan Memories… Mostly Good! Part 2: 1971-1990
Writing this review brought back memories, mostly good, including trips with railfan friends as well as non-railfan friends and family.
“Paradise” “Rationalization” “AI” and the “Progress of Man”
Railroads once depended on a small army of employees to keep things moving smoothly, including tower operators, crossing watchmen, yard clerks, and more.
Explore the world of White River Productions
