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It's nice to see old locomotives safely in museums, but it's far better to see them in action.

@erinbricker-urbanhistorian5803

9 ай бұрын

We have one in front of our Post office… I filmed it today on my channel

It's only 106 years old. In terms of technology, we came such a long way so quickly.

@STho205

Жыл бұрын

True. However this was a fairly simplified locomotive in 1916 compared to mainline units. Meant to be budget friendly for slow torque on a company logging spur. It looks to be quite similar tech to 1865 era eastern locomotives and 1880s wild west lines.

@F-Man

Жыл бұрын

We surely have. However - do we think that anything we use today will still be usable in 106 years? I’d say not.

@carltrain6137

Жыл бұрын

Also it's impossible for the engine be 106 years old and then the person who created it is still alive

@jeffmiller3150

Жыл бұрын

Reverse engineering alien technology!👽🛸

It’s great to see a beautiful, historic steam engine operating again.

@erinbricker-urbanhistorian5803

9 ай бұрын

We have one sitting in front of our Post Office… I just filmed it today on my channel

Thanks to all who preserved this fine machine and keep the glorious memories alive.

@milkmanchristian9859

Жыл бұрын

To be honest any actual memories of this locomotive are probably dead

@erinbricker-urbanhistorian5803

9 ай бұрын

Yes… GammaRay…

Amazing history and that the 3rd and 4th generations of builder and buyer are still interested and involved. The train looks amazing, quite a restoration. Wonderful story and footage. Thank you, Robert.

I miss the steam engine 🚂 trains. As a child we would hear it coming down the track. We would run down the country road to have the engineer blow the whistle. Great memories!

Wow, really shows how robust and strong steam locomotion is- I love the idea of this engine waking up and stretching its piston rods after a long sleep.

Sondra took the words right out of my mouth. She said it beautifully. I have always loved train’s n I get chills when I hear their whistle blow. It’s a shame there’s not many tracks left for them. Thank you Robert for this great history of Georgia. ♥️♥️♥️♥️😊👍👍👍👍

Robert, I am a model railroader! This "Sidestep Adventure" was as hot... and steamy... and dirty... .

The last time a Glover ran was in 1974 on the Historic Railroad of Puerto Rico! So happy to see this one up and running!

wow! That is the coolest train ever!!! Since I was a young girl I've been infatuated with trains!! I was always hanging around the train yard and walking the tracks or laying on the side hidden in the foliage waiting for the trains. This was a real treat and i actually thought i could smell it!! Choo Choo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@erinbricker-urbanhistorian5803

9 ай бұрын

That’s cool… please check out the old train that I filmed today on my channel. It sits in front of our Post Office

It's great to see a Glover locomotive running again. The Southern Museum in Kennesaw, GA houses the only full scale mock-up of a belt driven locomotive assembly line in the country. It contains many items from the now gone Glover factory complex. The museum is the home of the locomotive the "General" from the Civil War. It was part of the "Great Locomotive Chase" along with the "Texas".

@davidrutledge1482

Жыл бұрын

The General was in Chattanooga forever until it was "stolen" by Georgia

Here in NM, Chama NM and Durango Colorado we have Steam Locomotive's that do the Polar Express at Christmas Time.💕

These old engines seem to have a life of their own. Like a good friend you want to hold onto. Good video. Thanks.

@erinbricker-urbanhistorian5803

9 ай бұрын

Mike, check out the old train that I filmed today, in front of our Post office… in Washington

What a beautiful steam engine. An amazing machine. If you ever come to England then you must visit The Blue.bell Railway. In West Sussex. You will love it.

@zoem8820

Жыл бұрын

Fond memories of the Bluebell railway with my Grandfather ❤ he would have so appreciated the love care and attention that went into this restoration

It's so nice to finally see a video like this that HASN'T been slapped with KZread's accursed "Made for Kids" label... yet.

@AdventuresIntoHistory

Жыл бұрын

Hopefully not, it’s definitely not made for kids. Make sure we let KZread know that 😅

So, for the glover family to have built it, did they get it in a kit form or something as the smokebox door clearly say's it was from Schofield's Iron Works which was a manufacturer of steam engines, saw mills, etc located in Macon, GA that was founded in 1859. The builder's plate does say Glover 1916 so it's kind of confusing. That's the first logging locomotive I've seen that wasn't a gear driven steam locomotive like a Shay, a Heisler or a Climax. Pretty cool. A lot of logging companies preferred the gear driven ones because, while they ran slowly they could operate well on poorly lain or bad track and had phenomenal amounts of torque for pulling on steep grades in hills and mountains. I think the Cass railway in WV have some grades approaching 13% that no side rod locomotive could touch. In any event, it's great to see another old locomotive restored to operation!

@ank55o7

Жыл бұрын

The door is probably from another locomotive maybe part of the restoration or another railroad the owned it needed to swap it out for whatever reason

Oh I wish I could share this with Daddy. He would love it!!

Truly a signicant achievement! Glover was probably the only true Southern steam locomotive company other than the Richmond, VA works later part of Alco Locomotive and now this only Glover engine in working order. Until relatively recently deep South had little "heavy industry". This operation very similar to the Gramling family of Indiana (Gramling Locomotive Works) which has restored several similar small "industrial" type steam locos they take to numerous rail venues to demonstrate classic steam in operation. Thanks much for showcasing an event significant for railfans and Georgia heritage as well as Mr. Buckner.

I loved seeing a piece of history preserved. So often we just discard our history. Bravo for all those who had a hand in restoring this engine. Thank you for being there & bringing this event to all of us who couldn't be there

I think I met this man up in Kennesaw when they had another locomotive built by Glover on display, it was one that was found in Ohio and when I saw it it was in the process of being trucked down to i think Florida for display purposes. He showed photos of this engine beimg rebuilt

That is soooo cool Robert. I love old trains. 😍😍

What a day brightener! A fabulous story of a historic train in beautiful Georgia. Thank you so much, Robert!

So beautiful. I love that nostalgic train. So pretty. Glad some people appreciate "old" things! Woo hoo...Choo Choo!

Has a mechanical beauty and intricacy!

We have an old town in Standard California where they had the old mill. It’s on the Sierra Mountains by Sonora California. And the Mill was the Standard mill and had an old train that came through carrying all the big Redwoods from the mountains for the people at the mill to cut. It was called Standard Lumber Company. This was so cool to watch. My dad worked as a lumberman in late 1940 to early 1950

Loved this productio!. My dad was a Great Northern/Burlington Northern Railroad agent. My heart sang. Wish my Dad was here to watch it with me!

What a treat! I've been on the narrow-gauge train between Durango & Silverton in Colorado, so taking this short trip with you today brought back great memories!

Job well done and how cool the grandson could be there.

We use to have a train and cars that offered 2 mile rides through the countryside during fall for the color changes, unfortunately it closed

Neat. I worked for many years on Glover St in Marietta just down the street form the old remaking Glover Steam Locomotion Factory & many of the enormous buildings w/glass windows.

Incredible restoration still runs great ,i think people really dont appreciate the hard work the crew needs to do, to keep the steam and pressure up to get this steel beast moving . Its a constant battle to keep the fire burning as hot as it can to keep it moving, just imagine in the summer doing this job non stop in 102 degree heat. Much respect to all the crews train conductors and those that helped keep these Historical Trains running, that delivered our Civil war troops to there destinations. Delivering supplies, cannons, ammo, the only other means of transportation at the time was by hoarse and wagon. *Great Video Guys

How great to see the old steam locomotive operating again. history is being preserved! Thanks

It's pleasure to watch such a rare locomotive run.

I love the sound of a steam locomotive. We had one that would run during the summer months. You could tell they were passing by not only by the sound but with a small hill between us and the track you could see the steam going up in the air.

I love it!! Not often we get to see history brought back to life.

"the iron horse" as I've heard steam engines refered to. Awesome video.... thank-you!

She's like a living thing. Thanks

I hope they can expand their tracks. We have a place called Crossroads Village, and the Huckleberry Railroad in Michigan. They have a coal-fired locomotive built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works and we takes rides on it all the time. Such fun, and we also have the Henry Ford is operating a switcher locomotive built about 1870 by Manchester Locomotive Company. Nothing better then taking a ride on an old train, and I hope you enjoyed your ride on it Robert. You'll be hooked in no time. Loved this video with all the family there too.

@ashleydemoss4609

Жыл бұрын

I've been there numerous times!

love it! Nothing better than an old steam engine locomotive. Another channel I watch, he's into trains. The train was going through the mountains of PA, they blew the whistle and it echoed through the mountains...gave me chills!

Love that sweet Georgia accent ❤️ excellent history captured here. Thanks for sharing!

I got to ride the Silverton train, such an amazing experience. I love old trains, thanks Robert.

Thanks for preserving history. And showing technology. Economy gets bad enough. Can not afford diesel ..always run on water. Recycle motor oil And burn the oil for fuel. Great video.

The distinguished sound of the train 🚂 bring back beautiful memories..

Awesome! I love anything to do with historic trains! Thank you.

Love steam engines! Growing up my dad used to chase them all over. Now I live near Strasburg pa, and see them every day and it never gets old. My fourth child enjoys then now too so I have someone to enjoy them with me. ( Along with classic cars);

So glad they could keep her up and running..love that whistle!!! Ty Robert, great video!!!

Woo hoo great history

Thank you for taking the time to restore a peice of history

Nothing can beat a steamer!

It must have been pretty awesome to ride on a steam locomotive thru Georgia! Even a short distance!😊

Magic! Thank you.

Thanks for sharing this beautiful history I just love trains 🚂🚃

What an awesome piece of history. So nice that the original families are still interested and involved. Thise were the work horses of many an industry especially lumber and mining . You got some great shots there. Keep Safe❤Keep Well❤

A magnificent beast. I love the leaf-spring suspension. It will not pass any emissions test!

@wayneantoniazzi2706

Жыл бұрын

It doesn't have to! Steam locomotives are exempt from EPA regulations! Ha Ha! 🤣

Love it, these old Locomotives have real character!! Cheers, Rik

Amazing! Junction City, GA is where my book, "The Great Locomotive Caper" takes place.

Such an interesting loco- low ride, all those leaf springs and small size box/boiler. Very cool!

So exciting see a old loco working so well, goos job - Paulo From Brazil!

My love of trains came from my dad. I was able to drive a small trolley once with him , tons of fun!

I love seeing this little beauty running!

Beautiful old iron❤️❤️❤️❤️

That is absolutely fantastic to see…..❣️

Very neat, I can't wait till she is fully completed and able to run publicly, the Glover machine works has a sentimental place for me and I'm glad there'll be at least one Glover engine operating out there.

Awesome, I worked in a coal fired power plant for years, how Awesome is the power of steam ! Love you guys and all the history !

@rexjolles

Жыл бұрын

Sucks that coal's so bad for the environment though

This was not what I expected, it was better! Thank you. 🙂

WHOA! That is a rare piece of machinery and running too! Very cool! The first time I heard about Glover locomotives was from a Narrow Gauge Gazette article several decades ago before the factory was demolished. They had some amazing pictures of the interior. Sad the entire place wasn't saved and turned into a museum. I also have a copy of the book. Great work!

Wonderful history! Greetings from Poland.

I hope it gets the square looking water tank back, really would bring the whole thing together. But for rn it looks amazing all the same

An amazing restoration of such a unique loco, just love it.

Look at her go! She's beautiful!

Amazing to see something so old and working perfectly. Thanks for showing us such a wonderful machine.

Very interesting, big thanks to all involved. Central California watching

That is so awesome. Great history lesson. Thanks for sharing

This is sure a fine Glover 0-6-0 (Although I'm sure I saw two front wheels.). She runs like a dream and watching her belch a bit of steam along the picturesque tracks was fun. How wonderful that there is a team dedicated to her preservation. Thanks so much for sharing, Robert.

@STho205

Жыл бұрын

The original photo shows no pilot wheels, and I don't see any on it now...but there is a lot of steam obscuring the pilot. True some locomotives were modified through life of service by adding or removing pilot and trailing axles.

Fun!, i love steam trains. I rode theCog Railroad steam Engine up Mount Washington in New Hampshire. They did not worry about polution back then.

Well it's nice to see railway history in Georgia here in pontypool and Blaenavon there a railway museum with working steam trains it great to see history in the making 👍 all the best Andrew south wales uk 👍 👌 😀 🇬🇧

Love the information about the train and history thank you

So amazing, just great how the old man explained the story too.

Now that was really cool, thank you for sharing with us

That's fantastic. Thank you for sharing the history that is quickly becoming lost.

A fantastic trip today. Amazing piece of machinery!

Wonder how many trees were there for the original journeys...I love history...

I would love to see this in person sometime.Thanks

Awesome video Robert! Thank you so much for sharing this amazing history! 😁 👍

Very very cool video Mr. Robert.

Thank you for sharing Robert

This is so cool!! Thank you, Robert!👍🏻❤️j

106 Year Old Steam Locomotive, You Are Born To Run ! 😀

That is so sweet. Now that's a video. Is the track gauge smaller than regular trains. I know steam donkeys out here were. Thank you Robert for sharing

@traceym.8680

Жыл бұрын

It looks Really narrow inside compared to the Trains of today...

@tonikeep4420

Жыл бұрын

@@traceym.8680 pokey motor though.absolutely beautiful.nothing like a steam engine.😍😍😍😍

Live in TN and would love to go to GA to see this engine in person

Great video Robert thanks for making it

Amazing! Sounds like the little engine that could!

Excellent camera work, great video! Loved it, thank you!

That was positively amazing.

Great video Robert 👍. Great history too

I like that old boys accent almost more than the locomotive.

That is so cool!!

Nice to see my friend Jason running her a bit.