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Trains Magazine July 2011 Monthly Issue
Trains Magazine — July 2011
Trains: The Magazine of Railroading | July 2011 | Volume 71
Special Report: Amtrak at 40 — 5 Critical Turns for the Nation's Passenger Railroad
Trains Magazine is the premier monthly publication for railroad enthusiasts and railroad industry professionals, founded in 1940 by publisher Al C. Kalmbach. This July 2011 issue features comprehensive coverage of contemporary railroading in North America with in-depth features, industry news, and historical perspectives.
The cover story provides a special report on Amtrak's 40th anniversary, examining five critical turning points that shaped the nation's passenger railroad service. The dramatic cover photograph captures an Amtrak train traveling along a scenic waterside route with Mount Shasta visible in the background, illustrating the continuing role of passenger rail in American transportation.
This issue was published during a period of renewed national interest in passenger rail development and infrastructure investment, making it a valuable snapshot of early 2010s transportation policy discussions.
Inside This Issue:
- Moving Trash by Train — Examination of freight rail's role in waste transportation
- Photo Contest Winners — Showcase of award-winning railroad photography
- In the News: CSI: Wrecks — Railroad accident investigation and safety analysis
- Export Coal Is on a Roll — Coverage of the booming coal export industry via rail
- Special Report: Amtrak at 40 — Comprehensive feature examining five critical turns for the nation's passenger railroad service
- For-Profit Pennsylvania Tourist Line — Profile of a commercial tourist railroad operation
- Changing Times for a New York Short Line — Analysis of regional railroad challenges and adaptations
- MAP: Northern Pacific's View of Washington State — Historical railroad mapping and route analysis
Why Add This Issue to Your Collection:
This July 2011 issue marks a significant milestone in American passenger rail history with its comprehensive Amtrak 40th anniversary coverage. Published by Kalmbach Media during the Obama administration's push for high-speed rail investment and expanded passenger service, this issue captures a pivotal moment in transportation policy debates. The special report on Amtrak's five critical turning points provides valuable historical context for understanding passenger rail's evolution from its troubled 1971 creation through the early 21st century renaissance. For collectors interested in passenger rail history, transportation policy, or the 2010s railroad industry landscape, this issue offers essential primary-source journalism documenting both Amtrak's past challenges and its future potential.
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- 2011
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- Trains
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