Producer: J.R.Herron
Timeframe: 1950s
Locations: Roanoke, Blue Ridge
Length: 48 minutes
Sources: Ben T. Young Jr., H.R. Blackburn, C.H. Snyder, Howard Robins
Visit the Norfolk and Western’s Roanoke area. Detailed views of: Roundhouse, Yard, Passenger area, and West End. Go to Blue Ridge and more.
Narrated by Ralph E. Morse. Sound and music. No Chapter Menu. Map is on the product case. All color film. High quality transfer by Disney Studios.
The roundhouse at Roanoke was 40 stalls. One of the busiest at this time. The narrative is loaded with more details, throughout the program.
Powhatan Arrow by Schafer Crossings
Schafer’s Crossing Roundhouse.
The Roanoke Yards are a huge facility. There is a surprising amount to see at the Yard.
The Roanoke Depot was a modern passenger type.
In 1957, a Convention had the Roundhouse open for touring.
A rare sight to behold. Nose to nose Y class engines at work!
Blue Ridge became a famous spot to film the last stand of N&W steam.
GP9 diesels were the successor to the steam power on the line. While not nearly as strong individually, they could be lashed in multiple unit sets.
Pocahontas Glory Volume 2
Here is an outstanding collection of films with N&W steam. Edited like a feature film. An enjoyable visit to the past. Great for the whole family.
Rating: 5 Stars
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