Author Stephen E. Drew has released the new book “Virginia & Truckee Railroad: Railroad to the Comstock” featuring photographs of the historic railroad as part of the “Images of Rail” series from Arcadia Publishing.
Drew is considered the leading historian of the V&T, which was one the richest and most famous short line railroad in America. Created in 1869, the V&T transported gold and silver ore and passengers, running 50 trains a day at its peak. The book recounts the railways history in Reno, Washoe Valley, Carson City, Virginia City and surrounding areas. | arcadiapublishing.com
