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The Railfan Chronicles: Ann Arbor Railroad Volume 1981 To 2000

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The Ann Arbor Railroad was a short-line railroad that operated in Michigan and Ohio from 1878 to 1973. The railroad was known for its colorful history and its unique locomotives. In this volume of The Railfan Chronicles, we take a look at the Ann Arbor Railroad during the 1980s and 1990s, a time of great change and transition for the railroad.

The Railfan Chronicles, Ann Arbor Railroad, Volume 2, 1981 to 2000

by Byron Babbish

5 out of 5

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The 1980s were a difficult time for the Ann Arbor Railroad. The railroad was facing competition from trucks and other railroads, and it was struggling to make ends meet. In 1983, the railroad was sold to a group of investors, who renamed it the Ann Arbor Railroad System. The new owners made a number of changes to the railroad, including investing in new locomotives and cars. These changes helped the railroad to improve its financial performance, and it began to turn a profit.

The 1990s were a time of growth and expansion for the Ann Arbor Railroad. The railroad acquired new lines and new businesses, and it began to operate passenger trains for the first time in its history. In 1998, the railroad was sold to the Great Lakes Central Railroad, which merged it into its own system. The Ann Arbor Railroad System continued to operate as a subsidiary of the Great Lakes Central Railroad until 2002, when it was sold to the Genesee & Wyoming Railroad.

The Railfan Chronicles: Ann Arbor Railroad Volume 1981 To 2000 is a comprehensive and engaging look at the history of the Ann Arbor Railroad during the 1980s and 1990s. This volume is packed with rare and unseen photographs, as well as in-depth research and analysis. Whether you are a railfan, a historian, or just someone who is interested in the history of the Ann Arbor Railroad, this book is a must-read.

Chapters

The book is divided into six chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the Ann Arbor Railroad's history during the 1980s and 1990s.

Chapter 1: The 1980s
Chapter 2: The New Owners
Chapter 3: The 1990s
Chapter 4: Growth and Expansion
Chapter 5: The Great Lakes Central Railroad
Chapter 6: The Genesee & Wyoming Railroad

Photographs

The book is illustrated with over 200 rare and unseen photographs of the Ann Arbor Railroad during the 1980s and 1990s. These photographs provide a unique glimpse into the history of the railroad, and they are a valuable resource for railfans and historians alike.

Research and Analysis

The book is based on extensive research and analysis of the Ann Arbor Railroad's history during the 1980s and 1990s. The author has consulted a wide range of sources, including interviews with former employees, company records, and published materials. This research has allowed the author to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of the railroad's history.

The Railfan Chronicles: Ann Arbor Railroad Volume 1981 To 2000 is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of the Ann Arbor Railroad. This book is packed with rare and unseen photographs, as well as in-depth research and analysis. Whether you are a railfan, a historian, or just someone who is interested in the history of the Ann Arbor Railroad, this book is a must-read.

The Railfan Chronicles, Ann Arbor Railroad, Volume 2, 1981 to 2000

by Byron Babbish

5 out of 5