Hometown Stories Episode 77 - From Foundry to Fandom: How a steam locomotive became an icon
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Hometown Stories Episode 77 - From Foundry to Fandom: How a steam locomotive became an icon
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The Norfolk and Western Class J No. 611 locomotive has retained celebrity status in her hometown of Roanoke, Virginia and has amassed fans in the rail enthusiast community worldwide. The Queen of Steam recently rode the rails once again, harkening back to its early days in the passenger rail business. Now as the last remaining of its kind, fans flock to see the Spirit of Roanoke run. In this episode of Hometown Stories, we explore the 611's past, how she gained celebrity status and look ahead to its future.
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