| Credit: | by Russell (Andrew J.) |
|---|---|
| Date: | 1865 |
| Negative Size: | 11 in. x 14 in. |
| Locations & Lines: | Washington DC; District of Columbia |
| Military Units: | US Military Railroads (USMRR); US Army |
| Structures & Establishments: | Maryland Avenue Depot (Washington DC); US Capitol (Washington DC) |
| Transports: | USMRR locomotive Commodore ; USMRR locomotive Eagle; USMRR locomotive Fire Fly; USMRR locomotive P. H. Watson/Col. A. Beckwith ; USMRR locomotive Vulcan |
| Sources: | J. Paul Getty Museum; Library of CongressPrivate collection |
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Unidentified USMRR loocomotive at right. In front of it is the “Col. A. Beckwith,” then a mystery engine, then the “Commodore,” “Fire Fly” and “Eagle” and then more unidentifiables. At center, facing directly away from the camera, is the “Vulcan.” The finished Capitol can be seen in the distance.
Russell, United States Military Railroad Photographic Album. – MARYLAND AVENUE DEPOT, WASHINGTON, D.C., With Engines sent from Alexandria for safety.
Russell, United States Military Railroad Photographic Album. No. 300.–Engines stored in Washington, D.C. To prevent their falling into rebel hands, in case of a raid on Alexandria.
