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Book Synopsis: The complete history of the world's foremost locomotive builders. With roots stretching back to the turn of the twentieth century, General Electric and Electro-Motive have designed some of the most iconic locomotives in the history of North American railroading. Now, for the first time, acclaimed rail author Brian Solomon's landmark historical accounts of these manufacturers' North American machines (GE Locomotives, 2003, and EMD Locomotives, 2006) are available in a single photo-packed volume.
In GE and EMD Locomotives: The Illustrated History, nearly 400 rare photographs (more than 300 of them in color) are accompanied by thorough histories of the two manufacturers, beginning with their earliest efforts in the 1890s and 1930s, respectively. Solomon brings the story up to date with afterwords detailing such recent developments as GE's revolutionary Evolution locomotives and EMD's SD70ACe and SD70M-2.
From General Electric's electrical legends - the Pennsylvania Railroad's E44s, Amtrak's E60s, and Milwaukee Road's "Little Joes" - to EMD's mid-century F units, workhorse GP and SD locomotives, and Dash series, all the way through to the rivals' most cutting-edge modern "green" designs, GE and EMD Locomotives: The Illustrated History leaves nothing unexamined in the important histories of these industrial giants and the competition that continues to drive them forward.
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Are you a history buff and a rail enthusiast? Then you'll absolutely love GE and EMD Locomotives: The Illustrated History! This photo-packed book takes you on a journey through the complete history of General Electric and Electro-Motive, the world's foremost locomotive builders. With over 400 rare photographs, including more than 300 in color, you'll get an up-close look at some of the most iconic locomotives in North American railroading history.
Dive into the fascinating stories behind these manufacturers, from their earliest efforts in the 1890s and 1930s to the cutting-edge designs of today. Acclaimed rail author Brian Solomon provides thorough histories, capturing the essence of these industrial giants and the competition that drives them forward. Find out everything you've ever wanted to know about GE and EMD, from GE's electrical legends like the Pennsylvania Railroad's E44s to EMD's workhorse GP and SD locomotives.
But this isn't just a history book. GE and EMD Locomotives: The Illustrated History also brings you up to date with the latest developments in the industry. Learn about GE's revolutionary Evolution locomotives and EMD's SD70ACe and SD70M-2, as Solomon provides afterwords that highlight recent advancements in locomotive technology.
Don't miss out on this must-have book for any rail enthusiast! Get your copy of GE and EMD Locomotives: The Illustrated History today and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of locomotive design and engineering.
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