In the first half of the 20th century, America's railroads were radically transformed by the innovation of gargantuan steam locomotives. Pushed by the need to haul ever longer and heavier trains, the nation's locomotive works responded with the invention of awe-inspiring articulated engines. Delivering up to 7,500 horsepower, these steel behemoths could haul mile-long, 15,000-ton trains. In this riveting program, journey back to the golden age of steam for an up-close look at these legendary locomotives. See the Union Pacific's famed "Big Boy" in action and ride the rails of the Chesapeake & Ohio and Norfolk & Western railways. Meet the men who drove engines like the Allegheny and Yellowstone, and visit the museums and yards where the largest steamers ever built remain preserved in time. THE HISTORY CHANNEL' proudly presents this rollicking retrospective, sure to set any rail fan's heart pounding
Director Agnès Varda and photographer/muralist JR journey through rural France and form an unlikely friendship.
Les Trains de tous les records
Take a breathtaking train a ride through Nothern Quebec and Labrador on Canada’s first First Nations-owned railway. Come for the celebration of the power of independence, the crucial importance of aboriginal owned businesses and stay for the beauty of the northern landscape.
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For 2-4 year old children, the Tomika Prarail friendly hiragana first time drill. Learn hiragana characters with the aid of Tomika Prarail trains and cars.
No matter what your age you'll love watching this impressive and comprehensive story of the development of railroading in America. Rail enthusiasts as well as history buffs, teachers and home schoolers, plus kids of all ages will appreciate this magnificent rail adventure covering live action historic operating railroads, rare photos of drawings and valuable memorabilia, and live action re-enactments. Featuring spectacular cinematography and an inspiring musical score, this Award-Winning four part DVD covers over one-hundred years of railroading evolution.
1917, The Train from Hell is an historical documentary about a train accident during WW1.
Volume Two features trackside SEPTA electric action at Pennsylvania locations including Glenside, Elkins Park, Melrose Park, Fern Rock, Daylesford, Paoli, and Malvern. Many Silverliner IV MU's are seen along with former PRR Silverliner III, and former PRR and RDG Silverliner II equipment. The MU's have been painted into an attractive rainbow paint scheme recently adopted by SEPTA. In addition, SEPTA's AEM7 electric locomotives are seen pulling Bombardier push pull train sets as well as Amtrak Genesis diesels powering Keystone Service trains. Filmed and narrated by Tim Hosey in April 2001; edited by Nick Lipka
A documentary on the passing of the steam locomotive as the primary means of transportation in the United States
A production by Chevrolet from 1935 on safety around trains
Documentary on the evolution and introduction of modern coal burning locomotives on the Norfolk and Western Railway line.
A BFA Educational media production on western expansion via railroads and the role they played in the foundation of the Americas
The tale of The California Zephyr, part of the Blackhawk Railroad Series
The story of the railroad in Illinois and the train's role in moving product out of the states to the rest of America.
A documentary outlining the railroad's roll in expanding the nation.
A documentary on railroads doing their daily tasks created by trhe The Milwaukee Railroad
A story of progress in railroad transportation
A Santa Fe Railroad educational film on the steam locomotive in their role in industry and passenger travel.
A Documentary on the railways and their role in supporting the United States