Re: Russia - and historic railroads

Johnson Barr Wrote:
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> Stewart Rhine Wrote:
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> > Dang Russians must not like historic railroads!
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> Actually, I was just reading earlier today that
> Russia has a fairly extensive program of
> historical railroading that includes 3 or 4
> operational 4-8-4 steam locos – it's just
> not widely known here in the West. 
> Unfortunately, a search did not turn up the link I
> was looking for.
>
> - Willie

Thanks Willie,

The Russians also have networks of two foot gauge railroads in some larger cities that are school operations for kids to learn the trade. I've seen photos of some nice looking track and equipment that children run, guided by adult instructors. Narrow gauge ... nice way to bring up baby.