The days
of the Steam Engine ended in the early sixties. Sadly most steam trains
were replaced by diesel and electric trains and locomotives. Most of
the steam trains disappeared or fell into disrepair. Fortunately there
are still enough Steam Engine enthusiast's around to preserve and restore
the trains and keep a handful of the scenic routes open.
 Many of the famous steam
trains have now been restored and preserved at the National Railway Museum
in York. Many people have nostalgic feelings about Steam trains. They
like to tell children and grand children about the days they used to stand
on the top of bridges and try to drop pennies into the funnel and other
such stories. Others just reminisce as they peer out of carriage windows,
with smoke and ash billowing above, the engine driver 'tooting' on his
distinctive horn as the train moves along the track.
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