A practical guide to creating your own realistic small-scale models involving the forces, aviation and armoured cars from the period of The Great War. Will be of interest to all modellers from beginners to advanced. Includes step-by-step projects of figures plus key points and important steps guide for each project. 'How to' illustrations highlighting details and explanations of painting techniques are included. Superbly illustrated with 334 colour photos.
In the late 1800s, Denver and Rio Grande Railroad founder William Jackson Palmer had a dream of building a railroad from Denver south to Mexico City. While his dream ended at Santa Fe, New Mexico, greater profits were realized by extending his narrow-gauge railroad west across Colorado and New Mexico to Durango and the mines at Silverton. Rocky Mountain railfans and history buffs have long been familiar with the two remaining segments of the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad's narrow-gauge the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, and the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad. These two railroads carry thousands of tourists every year. But what about the 111 miles between the two? What happened to the segment between Chama and Durango? Long since abandoned, travelers today can track this route along the highways and back roads of Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado. With maps and historic and contemporary photographs, this book points the way to rediscovering this lost trackage. Branch lines, including logging railroads and the Farmington Branch, are also included, so the traveler has a complete guide to finding this long-gone section of the narrow-gauge railroad.
When the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad laid narrow-gauge tracks into La Veta in southern Colorado in July 1876, it preceded Colorado statehood on August 1 by about one month. The southern Colorado frontier from Walsenburg west to Wolf Creek Pass had only a few scattered villages at this time, but silver mines in southwestern Colorado lured the railroad ever westward to haul out the riches. On the scene to photograph these developments was Iowan Ory Thomas (O.T.) Davis, who moved to Colorado in 1885 to work in the copper mines northwest of La Veta. Davis, backed by corporate sponsors from the mines and railroads, opened a commercial photography business in the Walsenburg-La Veta area in 1888 and, later, in Alamosa in 1906. The photographs of O.T. Davis collected in this book vividly capture a bygone era, documenting the frontier history of southern Colorado in the early years of statehood.
The Chili Line was the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad's narrow gauge route from Antonito, Colorado, to Santa Fe, New Mexico. It operated along its 125-mile route from 1880 to 1941. The Chili Line received its unique nickname from the chili peppers which farmers along the route would string on lines to dry. This book celebrates the history of the railroad, as well as people and places along the line. The Chili Line passed through Hispanic villages and Indian Pueblos, and its effect upon them is noted. Travelers today can still find traces of the Chili Line in existence, such as railroad depots in Antonito, Embudo, and Santa Fe. Water tanks can be seen in Tres Piedras and Embudo. Roadbed for the tracks may still be seen along the Rio Grande. Historic photos of railroad operations at these places are included in the book, as well as contemporary photos showing the same sites today. Maps are included to allow readers to track the Chili Line's route. The Chili Line Railroad to Santa Fe takes readers along the route of a long-abandoned rail line, but one still very much alive in the hearts of rail fans and history lovers today.
Getting around in Glacier National Park was quite difficult for early travelers seeking to experience its towering mountains, deep glacial valleys, and extensive lakes. With Glacier's location in the far northwestern corner of Montana, just getting to the park when it was formed in 1910 was a challenge for travelers. To meet this challenge, the Great Northern Railway brought early tourists to this remote location, transporting visitors to its East Glacier and West Glacier stations. From these entry stations, tour buses took passengers to majestic hotels which the Railway built at East Glacier, Many Glacier, and Waterton Lakes. Visitors seeking adventure within the park could then take horseback trips from the hotels to remote chalets, also built by the Railway. Boats plied the waters of Glacier's lakes, taking tourists to chalets and hiking trails. Over 900 miles of trails were built across the park. Finally, as automobile travel gained in popularity, the magnificent Going-to-the-Sun Road was completed across the Continental Divide at Logan Pass in 1933.
Set against the backdrop of the 1858 gold rush, the narrative explores the evolution of Littleton, Colorado, from a mining town to a thriving agricultural community. Richard S. Little, a pivotal figure, not only farmed but also developed land, filing plans for streets and homes in 1872. The arrival of the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad in 1871 catalyzed further growth, attracting buyers and transforming Littleton into a bustling suburb of Denver. The book highlights the town's resilience through cycles of boom and bust, illustrating its rich historical journey.
The Great Sand Dunes of Southern Colorado, towering at 750 feet, are the tallest dunes in the U.S. not located near an ocean or lake. Designated as a national monument in 1932 and a national park in 2000, these dunes have a rich history, having been utilized by prehistoric hunter-gatherers and the Ute Indian tribe. Zebulon Pike was the first American explorer to document the dunes in 1807, paving the way for future explorers, ranchers, and miners. Today, the park attracts visitors eager to experience its unique landscape.
Exploring the 52-mile High Road to Taos reveals a rich tapestry of history, featuring Pueblo and Hispanic settlements that date back centuries. Visitors can admire stunning mountain views and historic adobe Catholic churches, including the 1760 Las Trampas church. The region has evolved into vibrant artist communities, while photographs from the 1930s and 1940s by the federal Farm Security Administration offer a unique glimpse into the past, enhancing the experience for modern travelers seeking to connect with the area's cultural heritage.
The twin Spanish Peaks in southern Colorado, towering at 13,623 feet, have historically attracted various groups, including Native Americans, Spanish explorers, and migrants on the Santa Fe Trail. These majestic mountains served as a landmark for travelers seeking gold and new opportunities. The arrival of coal mining and railroads in the 1870s ushered in a new era of settlement. Today, the area offers stunning scenery and a range of recreational activities, drawing visitors to nearby towns like Walsenburg, La Veta, and Cuchara.
After describing the processes of history at work on ordinary people (i.e. Bill's immediate ancestors) in Glimpses of Far Off Things, the second volume finds Bill settling in at Topic Records and collaborating with Ewan MacColl and Bert Lloyd, the architects of the folk revival.