Steam Train #11 Kentucky KY Central Railway Bluegrass Route Chrome Postcard

This vintage postcard beautifully captures the Kentucky Central Railway's #11 steam locomotive, known as "The Bluegrass Route." The image shows the train puffing white steam as it travels through lush green countryside, bordered by wooden fences and rolling hills reminiscent of a Bluegrass Horse Farm in Kentucky. The postcard highlights the historic steam excursions operating between Paris and Maysville, Kentucky, offering a nostalgic glimpse into mid-20th-century rail travel in the Bluegrass region.

Printed by Mary Jayne's Railroad Specialties, Inc., with photography credited to Wesley F. Ross, this postcard is a standard size of 5.5 x 3.5 inches. It features a crisp and colorful image with clear details of the steam engine and passenger cars, making it a collectible piece for railroad enthusiasts and those interested in Kentucky's scenic heritage. The back includes descriptive text about the Kentucky Central Railway's famous route and space for postage, enhancing its appeal as a historical memento.

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