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In this video, we cover the rise and fall of ALCO, the American Locomotive Company — the steam titan that built over 75,000 locomotives, including the legendary Big Boy, the largest steam locomotive ever constructed. We look at how a rushed diesel engine destroyed their reputation, why General Electric walked away from a 13-year partnership ...
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