PRR 6979, M-1, 1957         
East Altoona. Here is an original 35mm color slide by C.J. Dengler that was taken in East Altoona, Pennsylvania, on 26 August 1957. Shown here is Pennsylvania Railroad engine #6979, an M-1 (4-8-2) "Mountain" built by the Lima Locomotive Works during September of 1926 and retired in June of 1959 after 33 years of faithful service.
Date: 8/26/1957 Location: Altoona(Juniata), PA Views: 500 Collection Of:   Thomas C. Ayers
Locomotives: PRR 6979(4-8-2)    Author:  Thomas C. Ayers
PRR 6979, M-1, 1957
Picture Categories: Yard,Steam This picture is part of album:  PRR: Steam Action-East Altoona ~ 1903-1957
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