The Northwestern Pacific Railroad – Lifeline of the Redwood Empire | Boom and Bust 1951-2001 3rd Printing

From the beginning “boom years” of Northern California’s lumber traffic to the demise of the Redwood Empire’s “Lifeline” railroad, this is the 50-year story of the Northwestern Pacific Railroad from 1951 to 2001. The 416-page book documents the challenges and rewards of the Southern Pacific Railroad’s unique subsidiary including excerpts from former NWPRR employees “who were there”. Highlights include:

*   307 photographs with 300 previously unpublished

*   103 color photographs and 83 full page images

*   167 oral history excerpts from NWP employees

*   54 tables and charts documenting carloadings, motive power, and projects

This outstanding historical publication has been out of print for seven years. The NWPRR Historical Society has initiated this 3rd printing to afford members and other website visitors the opportunity to purchase the book at a 15% discount. (Retail 100.00)