Eyewitness Train: Discover the story of the railroads

A picture-packed guide to the fascinating story of trains and how they have transformed our world.

Take a trip through the history of trains to discover how they have revolutionized not only travel but also our world.

Discover how the vision of George Stephenson, the "father of the railroad," materialized into an age of steam around the world. Study the cut-out of a locomotive to understand how the movement of the piston turns the wheels. Learn how the American railroad contributed to the de...