Tag: Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station in the 1880s
We found this at the Library of Congress, and it shows the old B&O Railroad Station where President Garfield was assassinated.
Source: Library of Congress
Amazing Map of Washington by the B&O Railroad (1921)
This. Is. So. Cool. Check out this map of Washington, done by the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad.
1890 Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Real Estate Map
Another great one for GoDCers who love maps. This is an 1890 map of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad route from Washington to Rockville.
Why is it Named Takoma? … and Some History
Takoma Park (and Takoma) is a lovely and friendly neighborhood on the northeast District line with Maryland. It dates back to the late 19th...
A Brief Introduction, the Countess, and the “Lovely Visitor from Canada”
This is the first guest post by Jason R.
This blog is about "uncovering stories that have long been forgotten." It is about knowing a...
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station at Point of Rocks
This is one of the most, if not the most, beautiful railroad stations in America.
You can easily be captivated and transported back to 1873...
Massive Head-On Train Collision in Laurel
This photo begs further investigation (click on it for high-resolution).
Source: Shorpy
This looks like a massive train wreck (obviously), and what continues to amaze me...
