Positive Impact
A common railfan argument is that the railroads should paint and maintain heritage units as a gesture of goodwill to the general public. While I have heard many positive statements regarding these locomotives from the public, I believe that Veterans/First Responder painted units have even more of an impact on communities. In this photo, passengers march past the large, veterans decal after disembarking train 370 in Grand Rapids, MI. Surely every single passenger will be reminded that America's Railroad salutes our veterans. What better way to show appreciation for those who sacrificed than a rolling reminder of our gratitude.
Positive Impact
A common railfan argument is that the railroads should paint and maintain heritage units as a gesture of goodwill to the general public. While I have heard many positive statements regarding these locomotives from the public, I believe that Veterans/First Responder painted units have even more of an impact on communities. In this photo, passengers march past the large, veterans decal after disembarking train 370 in Grand Rapids, MI. Surely every single passenger will be reminded that America's Railroad salutes our veterans. What better way to show appreciation for those who sacrificed than a rolling reminder of our gratitude.