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The construction of railroads allowed the U.S. to grow and develop economically, so it's no wonder that we can see railroad history everywhere we look-- if only we pay attention! This post discusses the Genesee Arch Bridge at Letchworth State Park in Rochester, NY.

While Roanoke, Virginia is a bit farther afield (5-6 hrs from Pittsburgh), it it worth exploring if you are a railroad history buff! Several members of the Brady's Crew visited Roanoke this summer.

Roanoke is the former headquarters of the now-defunct Norfolk & Western railway. 

Have you visited Steamtown yet? This national historic site in Scranton PA is a mecca for steam engine enthusiasts! 

If you grew up in Pennsylvania and love trains, you're bound to be familiar with the Horseshoe Curve in Altoona! 

The curve was built by Pennsylvania Railroad in 1854  to allow for safer and quicker passage through the Allegheny Mountains. It is considered to be an engineering marvel, due to the length, degree of curvature, and grade.