New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Luggage Tag
2.4'' × 4''
$16.99
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$16.99
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Carry a piece of southern New England railroad history wherever your travels lead. The New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad connected communities from New York and New Haven to Hartford, Springfield, Boston and beyond, earning lasting recognition as the New Haven. Its routes reflected an era when rail travel linked cities, ports and regional destinations. This luggage tag brings that far-reaching story into a travel essential, making it a thoughtful choice for railway enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates the history of New England transportation.
Formed on July 24, 1872, through the merger of the New York and New Haven Railroad and the Hartford and New Haven Railroad, the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad served southern New England and became widely known as the Consolidated or the New Haven. Its predecessors had opened routes between New Haven, Hartford, Springfield and New York by 1848. Through leases and acquisitions, the company expanded toward Boston, Providence and other regional destinations. Under J. P. Morgan’s influence from the 1890s, its network grew to more than 2,000 track miles by 1912, including rail, trolley and steamship interests. Debt and road competition contributed to bankruptcy in 1935; the railroad emerged in 1947 with a reduced system, then entered bankruptcy again in 1961. Its rail operations ended when its assets joined Penn Central on December 31, 1968. The former network later became part of services including Metro-North’s New Haven Line, Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor, Shore Line East and Hartford Line, as well as regional freight routes. The company’s corporate reorganization was approved in 1980.
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Luggage Tag
$16.99
Sale price
$16.99
Regular price
Carry a piece of southern New England railroad history wherever your travels lead. The New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad connected communities from New York and New Haven to Hartford, Springfield, Boston and beyond, earning lasting recognition as the New Haven. Its routes reflected an era when rail travel linked cities, ports and regional destinations. This luggage tag brings that far-reaching story into a travel essential, making it a thoughtful choice for railway enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates the history of New England transportation.
Formed on July 24, 1872, through the merger of the New York and New Haven Railroad and the Hartford and New Haven Railroad, the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad served southern New England and became widely known as the Consolidated or the New Haven. Its predecessors had opened routes between New Haven, Hartford, Springfield and New York by 1848. Through leases and acquisitions, the company expanded toward Boston, Providence and other regional destinations. Under J. P. Morgan’s influence from the 1890s, its network grew to more than 2,000 track miles by 1912, including rail, trolley and steamship interests. Debt and road competition contributed to bankruptcy in 1935; the railroad emerged in 1947 with a reduced system, then entered bankruptcy again in 1961. Its rail operations ended when its assets joined Penn Central on December 31, 1968. The former network later became part of services including Metro-North’s New Haven Line, Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor, Shore Line East and Hartford Line, as well as regional freight routes. The company’s corporate reorganization was approved in 1980.
| 2.4'' × 4'' | |
| Width, in | 2.40 |
| Height, in | 4.00 |
| Depth, in | 0.20 |
Product features
- Durable 100% acrylic body with glossy printed front
- Adjustable black leather strap with buckle
- One-side high-definition print in vibrant colors
- Rear opening pocket for business card or contact info
- Compact size 2.4” × 4” (6 × 10 cm)
Care instructions
- Wipe with a damp cloth, air dry or use a soft, non-abrasive cloth
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Care instructions: Wipe with a damp cloth, air dry or use a soft, non-abrasive cloth