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There seems to be about 5 phases of transition in the USA. (1) In the late 40's abd early 50's when Diesels were being put into use along with steam locomotives. (2) The late 50's, when steam was removed from mainlines, and replace by diesels on the big roads. (3) The 60's where short lines and private RRs still used steam with diesels but were phasing out the steamers. (4) The 70's where steam was just about finished everywhere except for the tourist RRs. (5) 70s to today where Steam is only used for tourist and show runs.
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