#555 • Firing on the Pensy

Part of November 2026 Railroad Book and Slide Auction (timed auction by Rail & Road Auctions)

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"Firing on the Pensy" is a detailed account of steam engine operations on the Pennsylvania Railroad during the "Last Hurrah" of steam locomotives from 1943-1947, authored by fireman Paul Dietz. This publication offers a comprehensive look at the inner workings of steam locomotive operation, featuring personal anecdotes and insights from the author's experience as a fireman on the railroad. Paul C. Dietz