Scranton Railroads (Images of Rail)

Scranton Railroads (Images of Rail)

Founded as a small iron-making community, Scranton gained prominence as the â€œanthracite capital of the worldâ€ for the rich deposits of hard coal surrounding the city. Five railroads eventually served Scranton, attracted by the lucrative anthracite trade. The viability of these lines became directly linked to the coal industry, and the decline of this traffic in the 1950s had a devastating impact on the railroad industry in the northeastern United States. Following decades of decline, abandonments, and mergers, an unparalleled resurgence of freight traffic coupled with the development of â€œheritage railroadingâ€ has transformed Scranton into a destination for tourists and rail historians alike.
Country USA
Brand Brand: Arcadia Publishing
Manufacturer Arcadia Publishing
Binding Paperback
ReleaseDate 2009-08-10
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780738565187

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