Model Train Mugs
Description: Cabooses, also referred to as 'hacks' in railroad jargon, are one of the more enduring symbols of railroads. With a viewing cupola on the roof, the main role of these cars was so that the crew could watch the train as it moved and ensure there were no issues or disconnects. At one point, railroad crews consisted of up to five men, so the caboose also served as a rolling hotel. Equipped with bunks, a stove, and a bathroom, these cars were home away from home. Like many things, the caboose and her crew were eventually replaced by technology, and train crews launched the 'Trains Are Safer With a Caboose' campaign to save them (and their jobs). Obviously, we know how that turned out, as it's rare sight these days, but they are still around!
Description: Canadian National Railways (CNR) was officially incorporated on June 6, 1919, becoming a government-owned entity formed by merging several financially struggling railways that had fallen under government control. This amalgamation included the Grand Trunk Railway, Grand Trunk Pacific, Intercolonial Railway, Canadian Northern Railway, and the National Transcontinental Railway. The formation of CNR aimed to consolidate these lines into a single, more efficient system, primarily focused on freight transport, though it also operated passenger services until 1978, when they were spun off into their own organization.
Description: Detroit’s Drag Strip Revolution: The Rise of Factory-Built Racers Although organized drag racing officially took off in 1951, it wasn’t until the early 1960s that Detroit’s Big Three automakers—Ford, GM, and Chrysler—began to take serious notice. They started producing stock-appearing cars packed with high-performance parts, often without factory warranties, designed specifically to dominate the drag strip. These factory hot rods made it easier than ever for everyday enthusiasts to jump into racing without building a car from scratch. Once hooked, these new “drag nuts” dove headfirst into the modification culture, constantly tweaking their machines in pursuit of ever-faster quarter-mile times.
Description: Easily distracted by trains, nostalgic vintage train. Perfect for railway nerds, trainspotters, and train modellers. This timeless design can be found on Mugs, T-Shirts, Pillows, Magnets, Stickers, and more. A great gift for collectors and those who love the history of railroads.
Easily Distracted by Trains, Railway Design, Vintage Train Illustration Mug
by Lagunaklein Design
$18
