America's Railroads [2 Discs]

"This box set contains an series of nonfiction films on the shared themes of America's railroads and experiences with steam trains. The films collectively tell the chronological history of the railroad industry in the U.S., from the construction of the 1,900 mile transcontinental rail in 1869 through the sudden prominence of diesel over steam during the post-WWII years. Two railroad experts, Walter P. Gray IV and Don DeNevi, provide introductions."