February marks not only African American History Month, but also the Chinese New Year. Both African Americans and Chinese Americans have played vital roles in building, maintaining, and preserving railroad pride and heritage over the last 150 years. From the early labor intensive positions to modern day technology driven opportunities, both ethnic communities celebrate a [...]
For many years, the American railroads have not only employed thousands of men but have recruited thousands of women as well. Playing a vital role during the Second World War as railroad engineers, conductors, and brakewomen, this dedicated part of the workforce helped fill a void after many were drafted into active duty military service. [...]
The Golden Gate Model Railroad Club is moving into the 21st Century via YouTube! You can check out videos shot by GGMRC member Marvin H. Chow on his channel page here. He also posts videos of different railfanning locations in the Western USA. Stay tuned to his channel as he frequently posts updates and new [...]
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Posted 21 December 2009
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Despite the holiday season, the Golden Gate Model Railroad Club members have been hard at work upgrading, improving, and repairing various parts of the layout. You can see these changes in the Stockton area just west of the main Union Station. Formerly the site of an ethanol plant, the space has been taken over by [...]
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Posted 21 December 2009
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You may have seen several high profile train accidents lately in the local news. The reality is railroad tracks demand a heightened sense of awareness and anything less can seriously injure people or claim lives. The Golden Gate Model Railroad Club encourages everyone to be aware when around train stations, railroad tracks, and grade crossings. [...]
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Posted 07 July 2009
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