This week, I had the immense privilege to witness CP 2816, the "Empress" 4-6-4 Hudson steam locomotive, make its trek south on the Final Spike Steam Tour celebrating the Canadian Pacific - Kansas ... (more)
The Empress is still some time away from gaining the fame & notoriety that comes with crossing the border into Mexico. First, crossing the border into the USA is in order, less than a mile from h... (more)
From May 2-11, I had the immense privilege to witness CP 2816, the "Empress" 4-6-4 Hudson steam locomotive, make its trek south on the Final Spike Steam Tour celebrating the Canadian Pac... (more)
Stopped around Beaumont Place, on the outskirts of Houston TX along Highway 90 for some preventative maintenance on Saturday May 25, 2024. UP Houston sub.
Engine 2816 rests at Deramus Yard as it is prepared for the following day's trip to Kendleton, Texas. The Final Spike Tour train was parked inside the former KCS Southern Belle shops next to the S... (more)
After overnighting in Humboldt Yard, CP 2816 is on the move once again, making its way east over the Mississippi River at Camden. The train is heading to St. Paul for a public display at Union Dep... (more)
Canadian Pacific 2816 leading the Final Spike Steam Tour across the Mississippi River at Sabula
The Empress heading westbound on the Houston sub.
Canadian Pacific 2816 leading the Final Spike Steam Tour in Davenport, Iowa after the display event
The Empress arrives Texas taking the Houston sub.
Engine 2816 rests at Deramus Yard next to the KCS Southern Belle fleet.
#2816 arrives at Union Station for a fun-filled display day.
CP 2816 passes the Memorial Day display at Anacoco, Louisiana on its Shreveport, Louisiana to Kendleton, Texas section of its Mexico City, Mexico run
