The CSRM Postcard Collection contains about 15,000 postcards depicting railroads primarily of the United States and Canada, railroad related subjects and is dated between 1905 and the 1970's.
Scope and Content
The CSRM Postcard Collection contains about 15,000 postcards. os, boats, bridges, construction, fairs, incline railroads, intraurban transit, locomotives (steam and diesel) stations, named trains, minature railroads, narrow gauge railroads, terminals and tunnels.The collection dates from aproximately 1905 through 1970.
History / Biographical
Besides being a form of correspondence, postcards were bought for the scenes and events that were important at the time. The collection has been developed by donations from individuals who believed the cards had relevance to railroads and railroading, as well as other subjects throughout the United States.