Creator
American Flyer
Title
The President’s Special
Date
ca. 1927
Description
This piece is a wonderful example of pre-World War II tinplate electric trains. Made of lightweight shaped metal over a heavier frame with an electric motor, this set represents a New York Central electric locomotive and several passenger cars. After World War I, electric train sets became popular with hobbyists and families as a way for young people, and people who liked trains, to bring railroading home.