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| Railroads of Omaha & Council Bluffs (Images of Rail: Nebraska) |
| By : Bill Kratville |
Will focus on mid-20th century era of the railroads of Omaha-Council Bluffs, including the creation of the "streamlined" passenger train, the transition from steam to diesel power, slow decline of passenger service and the start of Amtrak in the area, revolution of freight service through mergers and govt. deregulation. Chapters would include: railroads prior to WW II, major railroads to serve Omaha/Council Bluffs, short lines and trolley car service in Omaha, passenger train service, freight rail service, major rail facilities (Union Pacific headquarters and shops, roundhouses of the various railroads, special excursion trains into/out of Omaha-CB area (Tribes of Yessir, football specials, etc.), railroad scene of the 1950-70 era, and railroads of today.
Publisher: Arcadia List Price: 19.99 Customer Rating: 4 / 5.0 
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