The Mountain Climbing Steam Train (The Story of the Cog Railway)

Cog railways have been constructed in mountainous areas or mining operations. Cog railways, also called rack railways, were built to climb mountains using a unique toothed rack rail. The Mount Washington Cog Railway in New Hampshire was the first use of this technology in the United States. There are also currently about 50 rack railways throughout the world. The Mount Washington Railway Company or, more familiarly, the Cog Railway, or simply “the Cog,” was chartered by the New Hampshire State Legislature in 1858. Thankfully these railroads are now historical landmarks. Support the Channel by becoming a member 👉    / @itshistory   Chapters: 00:40 Where was the first rack railway? 04:38 When The Mount Washington railway opened to the public 07:23 Why Jacob’s Ladder is the steepest rail component, 09:52 Creation of a second cog train in the united states Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway. IT’S HISTORY - Weekly tales of American Urban Decay as presented by your host Ryan Socash.    • IT'S HISTORY 🔥 Trending   » Subscribe:    / @itshistory   » Listen podcasts: https://ffm.bio/itshistory » CONTACT For brands, agencies, and sponsorships: [email protected] » DISCLAIMER Some media elements in this video are used under the fair use provisions of U.S. copyright law (Title 17, Section 107) for purposes of commentary, criticism, and education. If you believe your image or content was used in a way that violates your rights, please contact us at [email protected] » CREDIT Scriptwriter - Camrin Dekis Editor - Nina Wade Host - Ryan Socash » SOURCES   / 772556780849412   » NOTICE Some images may be used for illustrative purposes only - always reflecting the accurate time frame and content. Events of factual error / mispronounced word/spelling mistakes - retractions will be published in this section.