The New York Central debuted the Empire State Express, on December 7, 1941. This was to receive all kinds of media publicity. It was overshadowed by another historic event, the bombing of Pearl Harbor by the Japanese.
Let us remember both events, 75 years ago.
Photo "stolen" from the net. Link to a NYCS video touting the Express.
Let us remember both events, 75 years ago.
Photo "stolen" from the net. Link to a NYCS video touting the Express.
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