Atchison Collection

Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, California, USA, showing The Grand Canyon Ltd, with twelve carriages, commencing the climb for the Cajon Pass. Date: circa 1937

A Car Load of Texas Corn, ca. 1910. Creator: George B. Cornish
A Car Load of Texas Corn, ca. 1910

Atchison & Pikes Peak Railroads first section of track, 1865
First spike on the Atchison & Pikes Peak Railroad, 1865. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

First Butterfields Overland stagecoach, Atchison, Kansas, 1866
Butterfields Overland mail-coach starting out for California, 1866. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Santa Fe Railroad Engine
Illustration of the Uncle Dick locomotive engine for the Raton Switchback, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works of Philadelphia circa 1890

RAILROAD WORKERS, 1943. Conductor James M. Johnson and brakeman Jack Torbet of Waynoka, Oklahoma having lunch in the caboose on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad line

CALIFORNIA: RAILROAD, 1943. The railroad station in Bagdad, California on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad between Needles and Barstow, California. Photograph by Jack Delano, March 1943

RAILROAD YARD, 1943. Easternbound train about to leave the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad yard on the return trip to Vaughn, New Mexico. Photograph by Jack Delano, March 1943

FREIGHT TRAIN, 1943. Changing crews and cabooses on a westbound freight train along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, between Chicago and Chillicothe, Illinois

TRAIN DISPATCHER, 1943. A railroad dispatcher in the general office in Amarillo, Texas, working the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe line. Photographed by Jack Delano, March 1943

RAILROAD YARD, 1943. The Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad yard in Needles, California. Photograph by Jack Delano, March 1943

ILLINOIS: RAILROAD, 1943. The Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad yard in Joliet, Illinois. Photograph by Jack Delano, March 1943

CALIFORNIA: RAILWAY, c1943. An Indian section gang at work on the tracks in the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad yards, Needles, San Bernadino County, California

TRAIN PASSENGERS, 1905. A couple reading magazines and playing solitaire in a California Tourist sleeper car on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. Photograph, 1905

COLORADO: RAILROAD WARS. The Dead Line. Team of gunfighters hired by the Atchinson, Topeka and Santa Fe railway, to prevent the Denver

GEORGE C. MAGOUN (1840-1893). American railroad executive, Chairman of the Board of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. Engraving, American, 1890

San Bernardino, California. A general view in the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad locomotive shops. Date 1943 Mar

Atchison, Kansas, United States of America, North America

David Rice Atchison
DAVID RICE ATCHISON American judge and senator, who by virtue of Zachary Polks refusal to be inaugur- -ated on the Sabbath, was nominally President for a day

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"Journey through History: Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad in California, USA" Step back in time as we explore the captivating world of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. 🚂✨ Traveling across the picturesque landscapes of California, this iconic railway line has witnessed countless tales unfold over the years. From its inception to its bustling heyday, let's delve into some remarkable moments that have shaped history. In a snapshot from 1910 captured by George B. Cornish, we witness a car loaded with Texas corn making its way along the tracks—a testament to the vital role this railroad played in transporting goods across vast distances. The powerhouses behind these journeys were none other than the mighty Santa Fe Railroad engines. These iron giants roared through towns and cities, connecting communities far and wide. During World War II in 1943, dedicated railroad workers like Conductor James M. Johnson and brakeman Jack Torbet ensured smooth operations on trains passing through Waynoka—a true display of resilience during challenging times. Bagdad, California was home to a charming railroad station that served as a gateway for travelers embarking on their adventures via the Atchison route. Its walls echoed stories of excitement and anticipation as passengers boarded trains bound for new horizons. At various stops along this historic rail line—such as Needles, Joliet (Illinois), or Amarillo—we catch glimpses of bustling yards where freight trains changed crews under watchful eyes while train dispatchers orchestrated seamless journeys from their offices. Even amidst daily routines, there were moments that showcased human connection—the camaraderie among Indian section gangs working diligently on tracks or passengers finding solace within pages of magazines or engaging in games like solitaire during long rides. As we reflect upon these snippets from history—captured by talented photographers like Jack Delano—we are reminded not only of technological advancements but also the human spirit that drove this railroad's success.