International-Great Northern Railroad Double-Sided Keychain Charm
3.15" x 1.57"
$4.99
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International-Great Northern Railroad Double-Sided Keychain Charm
$4.99
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Keep a piece of Texas railroad history close with this International–Great Northern Railroad double-sided keychain charm. Formed in 1873, the I&GN expanded from its early route between Hearne and Longview toward Austin, San Antonio, and Laredo. The railroad’s path through reorganizations and successive corporate identities makes it an intriguing keepsake for railfans and collectors. Add a small reminder of Texas communities and changing rail networks to your keys, bag, or railroad-history display.
The International–Great Northern Railroad was a Texas railroad formed on September 30, 1873, by the merger of the International Railroad and the Houston and Great Northern Railroad. Incorporated as the International & Great Northern Railroad Company, it initially operated 177 miles of track from Hearne to Longview. Expansion southwest reached Rockdale in 1874, Austin on December 28, 1876, San Antonio in 1880, and Laredo on December 1, 1881. At its peak, the system owned 1,106 miles of track. Industrialist Jay Gould gained control in December 1880, and the line was operated with the Missouri Pacific and Texas and Pacific as one system while retaining separate corporate identities. Financial troubles brought receiverships and reorganizations. A reorganized railway company took over after a foreclosure sale on August 31, 1911; a later sale followed in July 1922. The railroad was incorporated by Texas on August 17, 1922, and assumed operation on December 31. Gulf Coast Lines subsidiary New Orleans, Texas and Mexico Railway purchased it in 1924, and Missouri Pacific acquired Gulf Coast Lines in 1925. On March 1, 1956, the subsidiaries were merged into Missouri Pacific, ending the railroad's separate corporate existence. Missouri Pacific joined Union Pacific in 1997.
Keep a piece of Texas railroad history close with this International–Great Northern Railroad double-sided keychain charm. Formed in 1873, the I&GN expanded from its early route between Hearne and Longview toward Austin, San Antonio, and Laredo. The railroad’s path through reorganizations and successive corporate identities makes it an intriguing keepsake for railfans and collectors. Add a small reminder of Texas communities and changing rail networks to your keys, bag, or railroad-history display.
The International–Great Northern Railroad was a Texas railroad formed on September 30, 1873, by the merger of the International Railroad and the Houston and Great Northern Railroad. Incorporated as the International & Great Northern Railroad Company, it initially operated 177 miles of track from Hearne to Longview. Expansion southwest reached Rockdale in 1874, Austin on December 28, 1876, San Antonio in 1880, and Laredo on December 1, 1881. At its peak, the system owned 1,106 miles of track. Industrialist Jay Gould gained control in December 1880, and the line was operated with the Missouri Pacific and Texas and Pacific as one system while retaining separate corporate identities. Financial troubles brought receiverships and reorganizations. A reorganized railway company took over after a foreclosure sale on August 31, 1911; a later sale followed in July 1922. The railroad was incorporated by Texas on August 17, 1922, and assumed operation on December 31. Gulf Coast Lines subsidiary New Orleans, Texas and Mexico Railway purchased it in 1924, and Missouri Pacific acquired Gulf Coast Lines in 1925. On March 1, 1956, the subsidiaries were merged into Missouri Pacific, ending the railroad's separate corporate existence. Missouri Pacific joined Union Pacific in 1997.
Product features
- Acrylic construction with white base and double-sided print
- Compact size ~3.15" x 1.57" (8 x 4 cm); measurements may vary up to 1"
- Includes metal ring and short chain for secure attachment
- Durable, lightweight—made for everyday carry
- Manufactured product sourced from China; intended for adult use
Care instructions
- Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid any chemicals.
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Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Warnings, Hazard: For adults
Care instructions: Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid any chemicals.