HC Modern Marvels - Freight Trains (2006)

The golden age of railroading may be behind us, but the freight train remains the backbone of the American economy. This program visits what is considered the greatest freight transportation system in the world, the Union Pacific's Bailey yard, and a pit stop for much of the nation's freight on its journey across the continent. The episode also explores the history of freight transportation from its humble beginnings as tramways in mines to the vast system of rails that stretches to every corner of the nation. Enjoy 50 minutes of great freight railroading!

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