I'm looking for information on trains during ACW usage, builders, dimensions, etc. links to museums, associations, blogs, books, films, photos etc.
Thanks

Two major manufacturers of trains before the Civil War were Rogers Locomotive Company and Baldwin Locomotives.
Their engines were used by both sides throughout the conflict and were generally wood burners. As well as painting
figures, I have a G gauge layout in my garden featuring these and later American trains ( I build scale flying radio
controlled biplanes as well ). The model railway company Bachmann should be worth a try. They might be able to produce
some scale drawings or something. Meanwhile some of the railroad museums in the States could help - you might check
them out online. I'll also have a word with someone I know in Virginia who might help.......... I'll get back to you.

Mike

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01NCU46DV/ref=docs-os-doi_0
I have this, if you want I'll try and scan the relevant sections if you narrow it down a bit
Steve

A few pictures to be going on with - In order: Baldwin, Rogers, and Jackson passenger car.
Hope this helps




Mike

OK, Jai, send an e mail to cbw.webmaster@gmail.com in Delaware explaining yourself and they'll probably be able to help..... don't forget
the time difference...you'll get responses in the middle of the night !

Mike

thank you all

thank you, yes, I'm used to communicating overseas ... I have great friends in Mexico

Andrea still produce a ACW period engine and tender in 54mm (at a cost!).
There was a supporting article in a Figure International a while ago. I’ll try and dig it out later and send a copy over. Would email be better? If so perhaps PM with your email address.
hope this helps.
Nigel

Of course they do ... i'd completely forgotten about it !! As you say it's a bit pricey for 54mm but it would be an instant solution. 'G' gauge runs out at
nearly (but not quite) 90mm

Mike

Hi
if you let me have your email I’ll get that article over to you.
Nigel

remember, with buster keaton as a machinist

the project, the idea of the project, is more complex. now there is the collection of the material

As an aside to your request, you might like to have a look at the old Buster Keaton film " The General". It's a silent movie, but there are some interesting vignettes in the film involving original veterans of the ACW. Although a visual comedy, it is based on certain facts and incidents.

Alan

It's among my 10 favorite movies. thanks

Email now sent with scanned article and a useful bibliography.
nigel

thank you ... everything arrived