Chesapeake & Ohio

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Dixon, Jr., and after over one year of development by the Chesapeake and Ohio Historical Society with artist Natalie O'Dell, this groundbreaking labor of love by the Clifton Forge-based non-profit organization seeks to appeal to the next generation of supporters that may have never ridden a train, but will someday continue the C\u0026amp;OHS’s mission to preserve and interpret the history of the C\u0026amp;O Railway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new child’s book tells a story of how Chessie is living in C\u0026amp;O President Harahan’s office in Cleveland in the Depression year 1935. One day she stows away on his business car as he travels to Richmond and at Ashland two orphan children sneak on board. Chessie finds and takes them to Harahan. He gives them a place to sleep and food, and when they get to Richmond the children are adopted by a C\u0026amp;O employee family there. 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Chessie Takes a Train Trip Book

$12.99

This is an endearing story written by Thomas W. Dixon, Jr. and beautifully illustrated with historically- and mechanically-accurate artwork by artist Natalie O'Dell, the book features an original adventure starring the famous railroad kitten and brought to life with the first Chessie art officially commissioned...

Chessie Kitten Hand Towel

$14.99 Sold Out

This beautiful white cotton velour hand towel is sure to please the beholder. It will make a statement for the love of this favorite kitten, Chessie. 25" x 15 1/2".

Chesapeake and Ohio Allegheny Print

$9.99 Sold Out

Built by Lima Locomotive Works, 1941. These engines (H-8 Allegheny 2-6-6-6) had the highest weight per axle of any steam locomotive in the world. This magnificent machine is on display at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. Print size: 35 1/8" x 11".

Chesapeake and Ohio Greenbrier Print

$9.99 Sold Out

Built by Lima Locomotive Works, 1948. J3a Greenbrier 4-8-4. The #614 was the last Northern type built for the C&O Railroad. This engine had all the latest modern appliances and used the latest technology for that time. Print size: 32" x 11".

B&O/C&O Steam Power DVD

$29.99 Sold Out

B&O/C&O Steam Power This DVD features Fred McLeod's 16mm sound film highlighting steam action on the B&O and C&O Railroads. This rare, vintage film footage contains the original live sound as recorded at the time of filming. You'll see B&O passenger and freight trains on the...

C&O for Progress Railroad Pin

$6.99 Sold Out

First Class Railroad Pin. A fine quality premium railroad pin featuring the C&O for Progress Railroad. Size approximately 7/8".

Chessie Kitten in Heart Railroad Logo Patch

$5.49 Sold Out

This patch featuring the Chessie Kitten in Heart Railroad logo is of the finest quality and can be ironed on your favorite hat or jacket. Size: Between 2"-3".

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Chessie Kitten in Circle Railroad Logo Patch

$5.49

This patch featuring the Chessie Kitten in Circle Railroad logo is of the finest quality and can be ironed on your favorite hat or jacket. Size: Between 2"-3".

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C&O Virginia Central in the Civil War

$24.99

C&O Virginia Central in the Civil War Vol. 17 of the C&O Railway series. by Thomas Dixon. In this informative historical book, you will read articles of information dealing with the broad issues of Confederate railroading and how it fit into that picture during 1861-1865. There...

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C & O #1309 Steam

From $18.99

The C&O Railroads articulated #1309 steamer will soon be riding the rails of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad in Cumberland, Maryland. She is being restored for tourist operation. Feel the heat.

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Chesapeake & Ohio Allegheny 2-6-6-6: A Retrospective

$34.99

Chesapeake & Ohio Allegheny 2-6-6-6: A Retrospective Book The H-8 class Allegheny was C&O's ultimate Super Power locomotive and has been treated in countless articles and books, however, nothing has been in print on this important locomotive for 20 years. This book contains material originally...

C&O For Progress Magnet

On Sale $2.99 Sold Out Regular price ~~$3.99~~

A C&O for Progress magnet made of mylar-wrapped steel with non-scratch rubberized backing. Printed on one side. This authentic reproduction herald can be used on your refrigerator or metal cabinets. Fun to collect! Approx. 2 1/4".

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