Central of Georgia Railway (GA) (Images of Rail)
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| Rating | : | 4.74 (993 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0738516163 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-01-03 |
| Language | : | English |
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With over 200 images from the Atlanta History Center's photographic collection-many taken during the late 1940s and mid-1950s by the railroad's company photographers-authors Jackson McQuigg, Tammy Galloway, and Scott McIntosh have created an enduring tribute that captures the spirit of a company at the height of its operation.Central of Georgia Railway is an insightful journey documenting the evolution of railway travel while recognizing the hard work and dedication of the people who made it possible. About the Author Central of Georgia Railway is an insightful journey documenting the evolution of railway travel w
The Human Side of the Central of Georgia This book is drawn largely from the archive of the Central of Georgia's company newsletters/magazines. It is a treasure trove of photos of the employees and customers of the line, but does not as heavily emphasive the rolling stock and motive power. So most of the pictures of maintenance and locomotives are shown within the context of showing the employees. The book is pretty light on operational issues and so is not very useful for those who would be looking for maps, equipment lists and other operational details. Still, its a fun read and captures the feel of the "golden age" of. A Picture Book This book is made from excerpts of the Central of Georgia RR magazine (various names) published for the employees. It is primarily a "picture book' but I found it very interesting and since it concentrates mostly on the period from 19A Picture Book G. Ulrici This book is made from excerpts of the Central of Georgia RR magazine (various names) published for the employees. It is primarily a "picture book' but I found it very interesting and since it concentrates mostly on the period from 1940 through 1960 I found it especially interesting because this is the period I lived in Atlanta. For me it rekindled memories especially of the Nancy Hanks & the Man of War passenger trains. If your looking for a technical RR book look elsewhere but if you want to see photos of the people who make the trains go and the trains themselves in glorious bl. 0 through 1960 I found it especially interesting because this is the period I lived in Atlanta. For me it rekindled memories especially of the Nancy Hanks & the Man of War passenger trains. If your looking for a technical RR book look elsewhere but if you want to see photos of the people who make the trains go and the trains themselves in glorious bl. "love" according to Leonard Brand. Very well done book, love it
In 1843, the Central was extended from Savannah to the outskirts of Macon, and after nearly 120 years of successful operation, the Central of Georgia Railway was purchased by Southern Railway. The line, connecting Savannah to the interior of the state, boosted the coastal city's seaport, which had lost business to Charleston because of the South Carolina Rail Road's inland reach. By 1982, it became merely an accounting entry in the books of Norfolk Southern, a major transportation company.. Organized in 1833 by Savannah businessmen, the Central of Georgia Railway was chartered by the Georgia Legislature as the Central Rail Road & Canal Company
With over 200 images from the Atlanta History Center's photographic collection-many taken during the late 1940s and mid-1950s by the railroad's company photographers-authors Jackson McQuigg, Tammy Galloway, and Scott McIntosh have created an enduring tribute that captures the spirit of a company at the height of its operation.Central of Georgia Railway is an insightful journey documenting the evolution of railway travel while recognizing the hard work