A trio of Southern Railway E8As lead the railway’s flagship train, the Southern Crescent, as it makes its way from New Orleans LA to Washington DC. Train 2 is seen at the passenger stati... (more)
The "Southern Crescent" awaits departure for points north.
The Southern Crescent at Alexandria, VA, with the George Washington Masonic Memorial in the background.
Sun sets on fading fortunes of Crescent as last Northbound heads towards Atlanta. Yashicamat 124-G; Kodacolor
Running late, Southern Crescent passes SD24s in miserable rainy weather. Honeywell Pentax H1a Agfachrome
Rolling north through the Alabama countryside when Dutch Doors were still available. Honeywell Pentax H1a; Agfachrome
E8s still bear the Bi-centennial placards for signers of the Declaration of Independence. This is the last September for the Southern's operations. Amtrak cometh. Honeywell Pentax H1a;
Train time in the waiting room. Southern photos adorn the walls but Amtrak will have the run in two weeks. Honeywell Pentax H1a; Kodachrome
Car attendant assists baording passenger. The sands of time are runing out. Amtrak will have the run in two weeks. Honeywell Pentax H1a; Kodachrome
Grip in place, he can climb to the cab; Honeywell Pentax H1a; Kodachrome
The once and future king. First glimpse of the future green - second unit is repainted. Honeywell Pentax H1a; Agfachrome 50
Log for Southern Crescent. Honeywell Pentax H1a; Agfachrome
Engine change for Southern Crescent; Honeywell Pentax H1a
Southern Crescent opens the throttle out from Peachtree Street (Brookwood) Station. SD45 3161 has high ball; Honeywell Pentax H1a
Graham Claytor's Classic defiance: Southern Crescent at track speed as the sun sets. Honeywell Pentax H1a; Agfachrome 50
