Caption
Sleek electric locomotive in motion.
Number
3333
Prompt
The powerful GG1 locomotive's wheels spin as the train pulls forward headed right for the camera. Soon it fills the screen and the image turns bright white with the light from the lamp at the front of the train.
Body
This stamp features the Pennsylvania Railroad's GG1 electric locomotive, a true masterpiece of industrial design. The GG1 was the face of the "Congressional" for many years, a high-speed, all-reserved-seat train that catered to business travelers and politicians. The train was a symbol of the modernity and efficiency of the Pennsylvania Railroad's electrified Northeast Corridor. The "Congressional" was known for its comfortable accommodations and on-time performance, making it one of the most prestigious passenger trains in the country.