American Freedom Train Move
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024
- Join us as we move the iconic American Freedom Train from our front parking lot to our restoration facility! To donate to the cosmetic restoration of the AFT No. 1, visit borail.online/AFT
About the American Freedom Train
Built in 1923, by the Baldwin Locomotive Works, the AFT No. 1 was originally numbered as the Reading No. 2101 and remained in service until 1965.
In 1975, locomotive became one of three locomotives to pull the American Freedom Trains of 1975/1976 - a steam-powered event that toured the nation to celebrate the bicentennial of the United States. The B&O’s Riverside Roundhouse was used to repaint the locomotive into its American Freedom Train scheme, renaming it the AFT No. 1.
In 1977, the AFT No. 1 was repainted to become the Chessie Steam Special and set off for a two-year system wide tour of the Chessie System on May 7, 1977.
On March 1979, fire struck the roundhouse in Silver Grove, Kentucky where the locomotive was stored and it suffered extensive damage. Later that year, the AFT No. 1 was donated to the B&O Railroad Museum.
The American Freedom Train No. 1 is a symbol of patriotism and unity and captured the hearts and minds of millions of Americans during its nationwide tour. “Our goal is to cosmetically restore this iconic piece of American history in time for the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 200th anniversary of American railroading in 2027,” says Kris Hoellen, Executive Director of the B&O Railroad Museum.
I’m glad she is finally getting the care she deserves but she should have never deteriorated to this condition.
Agreed.
I don't even know why they waited until now to finally do a cosmetic restoration on Reading #2101
😮😮 1:43 1:44 I first saw 2101 & and a sister (either 2100 or 2102) at a now-gone scrap yard in Hawkins Point (Baltimore) off Chemical Rd. I think year was 1973 or 74. The two had been there for some time. They had their connecting rods laying horizontal on the tenders. When I next saw 2101, it had been moved to the now-gone B&O Riverside Yard in 1975 for its restoration to operating condition. It was placed nose-in the bay with the tender being restored elsewhere. I volunteered for several weeks doing things that were assigned to me. I helped with torquing stay bolts, cleaning small parts, working in the smoke box, and more. She looked very different with all the sheet metal and insulation removed. Interestingly, the nose-in position meant that a hole needed to be opened in the brick wall to facilitate both the removal of the old boiler tubes and the subsequent installation of the new boiler tubes. When the connecting rods on the right side were being reinstalled, a crack was discovered. I reminded them that the other loco at the scap yard might have a possible rod candidate. I am not sure if it was used. It was a wonderful experience from 50 years ago. I will look for any images I might still have.
What an accurate representation of our current condition of our freedoms in America
Something modern being used to nudge something old? Works for both of our recent presidents now that I think about it. But yes, we’re freer than some countries but giants corporations and mass media control a LOT of what is fed to our eyeballs and ears. Something many coasttocoastam guests talk about.
Wouldn't it be so cool if we had three operational Reading T-1s? 2100, 2101, and 2102. Now that would be a spectacular sight to see.
True but the reality is that the 2101 will never live again thanks to that roundhouse fire in the 70's.
@@uniontrains.8631 I wouldn’t say never! Case in point: 4014!
Could conceivably have 4 if they rebuilt 2124. Not likely tho.
@@uniontrains.8631but you're not understanding is, they didn't render the engine too far gone or beyond repair. Yeah, the fire did extensive damage to the locomotive, but it's not beyond repair. All it is it's just that, it's very expensive to fix. Nothing a crowdfunding couldn't do. There are plenty of American steam locomotives that were way more expensive to overhaul.
@@capitolrailfan96production58 True,maybe there still is some hope left. I was probably getting too ahead of myself because i was assuming the damage was deemed too great.
If what you say is true then it's just a matter of money.
Wow that's beautiful ❤️🚂🚂🚂 she looks great and ready to pull the freedom train 🔔🇱🇷 again.
I'm glad its finally getting the care it needs, Kind of sad its not being completely restored though, but I understand that would be very expensive.
although it would be nice to see AFT 1 in its css paint that may sink the museum
With the technology that is available today it may be possible to restore her, Ross Rowland's fears were the about the Temps it was exposed to as the round house burned,the coal in the tender burned and bowed out the tenders sides. The photos of her after the round house are very sad!
Just remember that with God all things are possible 🙏.
@@steveelliott7293 My special needs son recommends FMW Solutions for help in restoring 2101 to operation because steam locomotive restoration is one of their specialties. He has seen films 🎥 of it pulling the Chessie System Steam Specials and would love to see it operate again in its Chessie System livery but he does not want that to be wishful thinking he wants it to be a reality! And if you look up 2101 on Wikipedia it crystal 🔮 clearly says that most of the damage is cosmetic but it will need a complete overhaul.
Great video of this move of American Freedom Train #1 (A.K.A Reading T1 2101). I hope this cosmetic restoration is done very soon.
I'm relatively sure that AFT № 1 (Reading № 2101) will eventually be evaluated for overhaul in the distant future, given a chance to bring life back to the locomotive, despite its physical state following The roundhouse fire. I understand the extent of the damages, and the costs associated with a complete overhaul, along with the logistics of it, but I think it would be worth investing into...
When the B&O museum does cosmetic restoration on historic engines, it's a whole lot more than just a "paint job." They do everything to restore the engine structurally, falling just short of what would be a restorational overhaul. Moving and functional parts on the steam engine are repaired and replaced as necessary, all necessary welding is done.
It's literally to the point that if the engine was to be overhauled, only the interior work would need to be done. Like the boiler, any pipes. Stuff like that.
The fire destroyed that engine’s boiler, you’re not going to see that engine run anytime soon.
@@aj.2004You must not think that way because with God all things are possible and he cares about what we care about.
My special needs son sure hopes and prays 🙏 that 2101 will be restored to operation someday soon because he has seen films 🎥 of it pulling the Chessie System Steam Specials and would love to see it operate again in its Chessie System livery. He recommends FMW Solutions for help in restoring it because steam locomotive 🚂 restoration is one of their specialties!
I remember it being in both paint schemes first as AFT 1 then Chessie! We visited the American Freedom Train when it made its stop in Cumberland Md. they had it at the Western Maryland station. The statio is now part of Western Maryland senic!
I remember meeting this engine in August 2022. It'll be great to see this engine looking beautiful again.
I hope to see it when back here again.
@@nathancorcoran5347
I was not happy about the fire. The
Kentucky fire department should have done something to stop
The fire.
@@ryanbenbow-zx2sdyeah, what a sad state the kentucky fire department is in. I wanna have a word with the fire chief of kentucky.
@@jankington216 I
Know. That train was
Famous. In Michigan
I saw it when I was 5 or
6 when it went thru Mulliken. Michigan
I was actually there! I happened to be the girl in the blue shirt with my dad nearby!😊❤
Can you foamers do anything about firing the incompetent crew who were moving it?
No?
I saw you at 1:26:53 even though I didn't quite actually see you in the livestream. I'm glad Reading #2101 is finally getting the care it needs after years of being exposed to the elements.
Looking forward to seeing the result!
Yes! For the first time in 4 decades and 4 years!
I remember this going past my house in 1976 or 77! I had chicken pox and this was the only reason why I was allowed to go outside and see it! I grew up in a small town in northern New Jersey! It went by really quick!
46:54 Y'ALL HAD ONE JOB!
I remember seeing this train in action in 77 or 78 in Harpers Ferry WVA in Chessie colors when i was a child, and 10 years ago in the sad state she is now. I only hope after a static restoration she will get put inside, or under some kind of protection from the elements.
I’m glad to see it restored! That engine definitely needed it!
If eanyone desides to put a full restoration to put her under steam i want to be up there helping. Not saying that eanyone will but if they do i would love to.
Glad she is getting some love
Good work B&O museum
It's so needs to be restored completely no matter what
Words can't express how happy I am to see 2101 get pulled out and get the cosmetic care she needed for a long time now. Good on yeah B&O Railroad Museum. We got your back.
I was actually there! I happened to be the girl in the blue shirt with my dad nearby!😊❤
Amazing ^^@@Margiezilla2006
Same here. 2101 finally gets out of the museum for the first time.
Glad no one was hurt in that sideswipe! Hopefully that’ll buff out that dent in the cab roof! Next make paint clear marks instead of leaving the cars close to foul, wow
I personally don't care if she ever steams again - all I wish is that she looks presentable and not remain in her current, depressing state. Thanks B&ORM for giving this historic, deserving engine a much needed restoration; can't wait for 2026!
It’s quite heartwarming to see 2101 get some love!
Oh wow. Seems like the #2101 is finally getting cosmetically restored.
WAIT IT IS
I though it was only getting shoved to teh display track as it was empty but judging by the end of the stream it may end up hiding in the shop for a while
Ahh man 😢
@@ETHANTHEGOAT33yes it's getting cosmetic restoration after years of being exposed to the elements.
LET GOOOO THANK YOU B&O LETS GOOOOOOO
THANK YOU!!!!
ok lets move the coach now that we hit it....shame there wasn't anyone standing close by actually watching...
Didn't anyone walk the line beforehand? Steam locomotives are WIDE ... wider than their tenders.
@@trezjr73 and they tend to overhang on curves...
That restoration facility was where Chessie System #3802 was restored from CSX MOW orange to its Chessie System colors which it wears today. Another moment of history as Reading #2101 gets a full cosmetic restoration
When it was touring the USA and I was in the Boy Scouts, our Troop was selected to serve onboard whilst it was on display in Columbus, Ohio. 1976?
I’m just SO excited to see 2101 being moved for the first time in over 40 years. If only the museum that owns her could do a test run for ol’ time sake
Whoever walked between the engine and the passenger car right before the crunch needs to be taken off duty and retrained. Hi-vis and a hardhat doesn’t prevent you from getting squished!
Hope 2101 will look good as new again!
I am very happy I stumbled accross this video last night. I have plans to build an HO scale tribute to the American Freedom Train in my new Route 66 Spirit of America Museum in Stroud, OK... saw a new documentary on the AFT a few months ago that sparked my interest. Somehow even though I love trains I missed the news of the train's existence in 1976. That was the year I graduated from college, and I must have been distracted by trying to figure out how to be an adult out in the world. But this great locomotive deserves all the TLC its about to get. It's an important part of American history now itself. I see there's a link here for donating to its cosmetic restoration. That's where I'll go next. And if an of you ever take a Route 66 road trip, I hope you'll look me up!
The Cosmetic Restoration begins on #2101 in the museum shops.
She's also joining B&O #5300 also in there undergoing cosmetic restoration. #5300 is the last surviving B&O Railroad President Class.
Yep.
Conrail SW7 #8905 sure had the honor of towing #2101 to their restoration facility.
That's right.
I hope they paint it back into it’s chessie system paint again.
My special needs son hopes so too!
AFT colors first as we are approaching the USA 250. Maybe next time we get the Chessie treatment.
No, god, PLEASE NO
They should restore it and have it operating for the US 250th anniversary in 2026.
Reading T-1 #2100 restoration is nearing completion in the historic B&O Roundhouse at 2800 W. 3rd Street in Cleveland, OH.
Let's put the big locomotive back under steam, I will gladly put up the money and do whatever we need to get her back up and on the main. I know that we have many boiler inspections and a lot of stay bolts ,many ,many, things. Let's do it
If you do decide to put the money into it let me know because i want in and to be a big part
The thing is, back in 1979 it was severely damaged in a roundhouse fire. I doubt that it could be put into running condition because of that.
She's too fragile, and should be handled with the utmost of care.
@@Alexander.Butcher We're in the process of making some calls trying to see what could be done, without a doubt trying,It will be a long lengthy process with a lot of work..
@@uniontrains.8631 yes i am aware of the fire she was in but it dosent mean its inpossible but yes it will take alot of work
@@zinniaadkins9826 yes it will hope it goes well for you
46:53 That'll buff out.
What if they double head N&W 611 with her freedom paint again?
I am so happy Reading T1 No.2101 aka American Freedom Train No 1 is Going to be Restored
Be an excellent idea to get her into Excursion Operation condition
I guess I never will record this magnificent IronHorse in operation. Not in my life.
It is great to see this engine restored it is a time machine
My favourite engine i got the lionel version
What neat history of 2101. Sadly the roundhouse fire ended the promising excursion career.
You never know, someone could possible restore it to operation, the 4449 has to meet 2101 when it comes out of restoration
Now you're talking!
@@Band__geek you have no idea what fire damage does
@@aj.2004You must not think that way because with God all things are possible and he cares about what we care about.
@@Band__geekMy special needs son sure hopes and prays that will happen someday soon because he has seen films 🎥 of 2101 pulling the Chessie System Steam Specials and would love to see it operate again in its Chessie System livery. He also recommends FMW Solutions for help in restoring it to operation because steam locomotive restoration is one of their specialties! He really believes they can do it if just try their best and ask God for help.
1:20:11 Hey look it's me
I have been waiting for them to at least give the ol’ girl a make over. Can’t wait to see here in her former glory. Also 1:43:04 is that thunderbolt 1000t siren productions?
I think it is 😂
At least she'll be looking her best again after all the years of neglect.
I love the B&O railroad museum! It's like a time machine where you can travel to different eras.
Did I just see the capital
Didn't realize it was all done with WD-40.
will the No. 2101 be restored cosmetically to its American Freedom Train livery or its original Reading Railroad livery?
I think AFT livery again. I could be wrong
@@Slipperyisimproving well regardless, I’m sure it’ll look grand once it’s done! No matter the livery!
AFT. It will be for the US 250 celebrations in 2026. Reading 2100 will also get the AFT appearance, just numbered as 250.
Where's the golden eagle that was up on the front of the boiler?
I’m going to guess it was stolen
Are they going to be restoring the American Freedom Train?
Yes.
Watch at 1:04:50, a guy squeezes through a second or two before they impact
Wow...
This is INSANE. As those guys try to get Chessie/American Freedom Train 2101 out of there, some B.S comes up 😠
Why don't we turn it into a hotel???
MORE LIKE #fireup2101
My special needs son would love that! He recommends FMW Solutions for help in restoring 2101 to operation because steam locomotive 🚂 restoration is one of their specialties!
What are they doing with it?
Cosmetic restoration
@@railfangarrett6313 back to running order?
@@orlandorailfanproductions2010 Nope, only cosmetic
It's just gonna be cosmetic. Not a full operational restoration. She's also gonna join B&O #5300 also in the B&O Railroad Museum Restoration Shops who is also undergoing cosmetic restoration.
@@orlandorailfanproductions2010 a full operational restoration would be too expensive for the B&O Railroad Museum and their funds are limited.
Yelling “full stop” makes zero sense when you could say “stop” in half the time. Also, what is a half stop?
"Promo sm"
What is 2101 doing at the B&O Museum anyways? That's a bad place to put a train.
ABOUT TIME !! LOOKS LIKE BIDEN HAD A HOLD OF IT !
Is this the former chessie steam special?
Yes.