#407 • The Wreck of the Penn Central

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"The Wreck of the Penn Central" is a detailed account of the collapse of the Penn Central Railroad, chronicling the events and internal struggles leading to the company's demise. This historical record, written by Joseph R. Daughen and Peter Binzen, covers the tumultuous era of the 1960s, focusing on the railroad's decline and the broader implications for the industry and the American economy. Joseph R. Daughen & Peter Binzen