Chicago Great Western 272 Steam Locomotive Waterville Minn 1944 Photo Print For Sale

Offered here is a vintage black and white railroad photograph showing Chicago Great Western / CGW steam locomotive number 272. The locomotive is shown from a front/side angle with tender attached, positioned on railroad trackage.

The reverse is handwritten with 272, 2-6-2, Waterville, Minn., and April 1944. The locomotive number is visible on the front number board, and the cab/tender area shows Chicago Great Western-style markings. This is a strong steam-era image for collectors of CGW, Minnesota railroad history, Prairie-type steam locomotives, and vintage railroad photography.

• Railroad: CGW / Chicago Great Western
• Locomotive Number: 272, as handwritten on reverse and visible on front number board
• Wheel Arrangement: 2-6-2, as handwritten on reverse
• Location: Waterville, Minnesota, as handwritten on reverse
• Date: April 1944, as handwritten on reverse
• Subject: Steam locomotive with tender on railroad trackage
• Type: Vintage black and white railroad photograph
• Size: Approximately 5 3/4 x 3 1/2 inches
• Reverse: Handwritten locomotive number, wheel arrangement, location, and date notation

Vintage pre-owned condition with age and handling wear. The photo shows edge and corner wear, surface scratches, light spotting, image fading/softness, and visible handling marks. The reverse has handwritten notes, age toning, and handling wear. Please review all photos carefully, as the images are part of the description.

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