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Track repair work at the Bensenville yard of the Chicago, Milwaukee... Illinois, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
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Track repair work at the Bensenville yard of the Chicago, Milwaukee... Illinois, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Track repair work at the Bensenville yard of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul, and Pacific Railroad, Bensenville, Ill. Track repair and work on the cinder pits at the roundhouse
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Track Repair Work at the Bensenville Yard - Preserving America's Railway Heritage
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. This aerial view photograph, taken by Jack Delano in 1943, showcases the dedicated track repair work being carried out at the Bensenville yard of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul, and Pacific Railroad (CMSTPP). The image provides a unique birds-eye perspective of this essential maintenance activity. In vibrant color and exquisite detail, we witness railway workers diligently tending to both track repairs and cinder pits within the roundhouse premises. This snapshot captures an era when railroads were vital arteries connecting communities across America. Delano's lens not only freezes a moment in time but also immortalizes the tireless efforts undertaken by these unsung heroes who ensured smooth transportation for passengers and freight alike. Their commitment to maintaining safe and efficient railway lines was crucial during wartime years like 1943. As we admire this still image from our nation's past, it serves as a reminder of how infrastructure projects have always played a pivotal role in shaping our country's progress. The Bensenville yard represents one small part of an extensive network that united cities and towns throughout Illinois and beyond. Thanks to photographers like Jack Delano working under government initiatives such as the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI), we can now appreciate their invaluable documentation of American history. This print is housed within the Library of Congress' Congressional Library collection—a testament to its significance. Let us cherish this
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