Torch Lake Steam Locomotive Arriving on a Flatcar at Smiths Creek Depot, Greenfield Village, 1969
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Artifact Overview
Built by Mason Machine Works in 1873, the steam locomotive Torch Lake was used in copper mining operations in Michigan's Upper Peninsula until 1933. The Henry Ford acquired the locomotive in 1969. After its arrival here, the engine was returned to operating condition and put into service on the Greenfield Village railroad.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
12 November 1969
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
EI.1929.P.B.54366
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8.125 in
Width: 10 in
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