Railroads & Locomotives History The Lincoln Funeral Train: A somber journey that left behind a historic memory

The Lincoln Funeral Train: A somber journey that left behind a historic memory

By | April 21, 2024

In 1865, ‘The Lincoln Special’ carried an assassinated president to his final resting place while millions stood trackside to honor him

Black and white photo of steam-powered passenger train, draped in funeral attire, at the station.

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