Jigsaw Puzzle : First locomotive engine in Sacramento, California, USA
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First locomotive engine in Sacramento, California, USA
First locomotive engine, C P Huntington, operated over the Central Pacific Railroad out of Sacramento, California, USA. Date: circa 1910
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California Cowcatcher Huntington Loco Locomotive Pacific Railroad Sacramento Track
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover history with our captivating jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse! This intriguing puzzle features an iconic image of the first locomotive engine in Sacramento, California, USA. Operated by Leland Stanford over the Central Pacific Railroad around 1910, the C P Huntington engine was a marvel of engineering that revolutionized transportation. Bring this piece of American history to life in your home with our high-quality, beautifully detailed puzzle pieces. Perfect for railroad enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone seeking a challenging and rewarding puzzle experience.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the historic First Locomotive Engine, C.P. Huntington, as it proudly stood in Sacramento, California, USA around the turn of the 20th century. Circa 1910, this iconic steam engine marked a significant milestone in the development of the Central Pacific Railroad. The Central Pacific Railroad Company, which was instrumental in building the transcontinental railroad, operated this engine out of Sacramento, the heart of California's rich agricultural and cultural landscape. The C.P. Huntington, named after Collis P. Huntington, one of the railroad's founders, is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the era's pioneers. Dressed in its striking blue and green livery, the locomotive boasts an impressive cowcatcher at the front, designed to protect the engine from collisions with livestock and other debris on the tracks. The steam engine's powerful presence evokes the romance and adventure of the early days of rail transport in America. As the first locomotive engine to operate over the Central Pacific Railroad in Sacramento, the C.P. Huntington played a pivotal role in connecting California to the rest of the country, enabling the rapid transportation of goods and people. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the roar of the steam engine symbolized progress and the promise of a brighter future.
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