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By William M. Sampson
Explore the Minneapolis Northfield & Southern Railroad (MN&S), a small but significant railway serving central and southern Minnesota. This comprehensive guide offers detailed insights into the MN&S's equipment, including locomotives, freight cars, cabooses, maintenance vehicles, and more. Drawing from authentic MN&S records and resources from the Soo Line Historical and Technical Society (SLHTS), this book features over 700 visual references, including more than 600+ color photographs, 35+ graphics, 20+ logos, and 15+ charts, alongside detailed rosters. Spanning 234 pages in a beautifully crafted hardcover book, this is an essential title for railroad enthusiasts and historians alike.

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By Dean Freimund
On the Prairies, Central Time Zone;  To the top of the World, Mountain time zone;   To the Ocean of Peace, Pacific time zone.  Very nice photos with generous captions.

144 pages, All Color Photos, Hardcover.

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The Last Three Decades of the Chicago & North Western

By Jeremy F. Plant & Jeffrey G. Plant
Immerse yourself in the final, transformative years of one of America’s most iconic railroads with the photography of prolific authors by Jeremy F. Plant and Jeffrey G. Plant. This full-color photo book is a visual celebration of the Chicago & North Western Railway's rich history during its last 25 years of operation.

Through stunning photographs and insightful commentary, the book captures the railroad's evolution from a struggling 1970s regional railroad through its eventual merger into Union Pacific. The images vividly depict the C&NW’s diverse locomotives, bustling freight yards, scenic routes, and the dedicated people who kept the railroad alive. From the dramatic challenges of the 1970s to the modernization efforts of the 1980s and its final days in the 1990s, this book provides a compelling photographic narrative of resilience, innovation, and change.

Perfect for railfans, historians, and photography enthusiasts, The Last Three Decades of the Chicago & North Western offers an unforgettable journey through a pivotal chapter of American railroading history. Whether you’re reminiscing about the iconic yellow-and-green locomotives or discovering this era for the first time, this book is a must-have addition to your collection.

80 pages, Color Photos, 8.5" x 11" Softcover.

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To Puget Sound Electrified

By John T. Gaertner
A history of the Milwaukee Road’s Coast Division 1905-1980. Many maps and several examples of Milw. Rd RR passenger ads. A number of steam and diesel photos along with many electric photos.

97 pages, B&W w/16 Color Photos, Softcover.

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