Alan Fisher

American Electrification Part 2: WW2 to 1970 (Patreon)

Published:

2025-07-14 02:32:00

Imported:

2026-10

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Armchair Urbanist

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Finally, after having scope creep and multiple life things get in the way we're finally releasing the next part of our miniseries focused on American Railroad Electrification history.

My goal is always to explain complex topics in a way that doesn't waste your time or leave critical pieces of info out, so its a balancing act.

If you are interested in buying any of the posters that we've made (or any products) here's a promo code for 15% since you all are already subbed to the patreon:https://alan-fisher-shop.fourthwall.com/promo/CATENARY

Also! Don't forgot to check out the amazing artist that I'm working with on this project here!

Cheers,

Alan Fisher

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How the US Fumbled Railroad Electrification [Part 2: WW2 to 1970]

Avoid media bias and fake headlines! Subscribe to Ground News using my link https://ground.news/alanfisher and get 40% off their Vantage plan. Continuing our Miniseries on American Railroad Electrification lets talk about the ramifications of WW2 on railroading (and specifically electrification) all of the way to the 70s. Check Out Channel Posters and Merch Here: https://alan-fisher-shop.fourthwall.com/ Join Our Discord for Discussions here: discord.gg/urbanist Important Articles: https://www.trains.com/ctr/railroads/railroad-operations/railroad-electrification-proposals/ https://www.trains.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/trnm1114.pdf https://usautoindustryworldwartwo.com/General%20Motors/electro-motive.htm Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:51 Sponsor spot 1:58 Chapter 1: GM 4:30 Chapter 2: Average Joe 7:34 Chapter 3: 1960s Diesels 9:26 Chapter 4: LBJ & The Metroliner 12:25 Outro