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The Latest Along the Lines Articles

Our collection of premium feature length articles on NKP history from a variety of sources.

Doctor of Sick Railroads: John Joseph Bernet

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C&OErieNKP2-8-0 Consolidation2-8-2 Mikado2-8-4 Berkshire

Standoff at Swanville

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NKPSwanville PA

Faithful 1000's

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NKP1000 Series CabooseBellevue OHPeru IN

NKP Rider Cars

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NKPRider CarH-5b Class 2-8-2 Mikado2-8-0 ConsolidationCascade PAMuncie IN
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