All Aboard: 150 Years on the Right Track (1996)

Trains have thundered through 150 years of American history. Their fascinating story and impact on our developing nation is captured on this unforgettable two hour video. See all the crucial developments from the invention of the first locomotive, to the completion of the transcontinental track, and the creation of high-speed railways. Relive the glamour of railroading's golden age aboard trains like the 20th Century Limited, the Super Chief and the American Orient Express. And watch how trains have radically transformed where we live, the way we fight wars, and even our sense of time. Your favorite trains, rare archival footage, entertaining train songs, wonderful memorabilia, classic film clips from Hollywood, and beautiful scenics capture the pioneer spirit and romance of the rails. A-a-l-l-l-l-l-l-l aboard for a thrilling American adventure.

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Reader's Digest Association, Inc.