1991 - 2001<br><br>Continuing the Story form "Amtrak 20" (1971-1991), the final decade of the 20th Century is presented here. Highlights include the "Sunset Limited" extension eastward from New Orleans into Florida, making this America's longest distance train; Amazing growth in California; the Northwest Talgos; Debut of the Viewliner sleepers; Experimental Swedish and German high speed trains in the Northeast leading to launch of Acela Express.<br><br>Other items covered: New York State Turbo Rebuilding - Mail and Express initiative - "Broadway Limited" turned "Three Rivers" saga - "Lake Country Limited" fiasco - Dozens of routes which have come and gone or undergone change. Rolling stock, locomotives, stations, marketing work, including <br>advertising, are all to be seen in this collection. The first tentative steps toward a promising tomorrow have been taken. Whatever the future of passenger rail in America, Amtrak's first three decades are now history. Come on board, and witness |
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