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Steam to Diesel in New Jersey (NJ) (Images of Rail)

Name: Steam to Diesel in New Jersey (NJ) (Images of Rail)
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Book Synopsis: Illustrated with nearly 200 historic images, the pivotal birth of diesel dominance and New Jersey's critical role is documented and investigated.At the end of World War II, the nation's railroads were eager to replace their abundance of war-weary steam locomotives with sleek new diesel engines. From Cape May to Bayonne, New Jersey's tracks were soon humming with diesels while the old steamers were nudged onto the scrap tracks of the Central New Jersey, the Erie, and the New York, Susquehanna & Western Railroads, among others. Powering a commuter train to Dover or a sand train to Millville's Wheaton glass plant, the diesels instantly proved their worth, praised by railroad employees for their ease of running and maintenance. In an era when most clothes were dried outside, the public accepted the new lack of trackside coal ash with gusto. Steam to Diesel in New Jersey presents the mixed era of late-steam and early-diesel power on the big and small railroads of New Jersey, from the mid-1940s to the end of the 1950s. From the Baldwins to the Alcos, the steam-spewing Behemoths to the smooth-running RS series, this engaging collection of vintage photographs remembers a time filled with wonder and change. With nearly two hundred images, Steam to Diesel in New Jersey showcases the departing steam engines and the emerging diesels that ushered in a new period of railroad history.

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Step back in time to the heyday of rail travel in New Jersey with the captivating book, Steam to Diesel in New Jersey (NJ) (Images of Rail). Uncover the fascinating transition from steam to diesel engines, beautifully illustrated with nearly 200 historic images. Dive into the pivotal role New Jersey played in the diesel dominance era, where old steam locomotives made way for sleek and efficient diesels.

Experience the excitement as New Jersey's tracks came alive with the hum of new diesel engines post-World War II, replacing the war-weary steamers of yesteryears. From Cape May to Bayonne, witness the evolution of rail transport as diesels powered commuter trains and freight services across the state. Learn about the ease of operation and maintenance that endeared these diesels to railroad employees, revolutionizing the way trains ran.

Immerse yourself in the nostalgic era of late-steam and early-diesel power with Steam to Diesel in New Jersey. Explore the diverse array of locomotives from Baldwins to Alcos, from steam-spewing behemoths to smooth-running RS series. Celebrate the wonders of railroad history and embrace the winds of change as the book captures the essence of a transformative period in New Jersey's railroading heritage.

Don't miss out on this exceptional journey through New Jersey's railroad evolution. Order your copy of Steam to Diesel in New Jersey now and relive the sights and sounds of a bygone era that shaped the future of rail transportation.

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