Iron Horse Memorial

The Mikado type steam locomotive No. 1518 was dedicated to Illinois Central men and women, past and present, and to the importance of the railroad to Paducah's history and commerce. No. 1518 was the last "Iron Horse" owned by the Illinois Central Railroad, and engines built or rebuilt in the Paducah shops over many years until 1960 played a prominent role in the age of steam. The locomotive was donated by the Illinois Central Railroad, and maintenance funds were provided under the leadership of the Western Kentucky AFL-CIO Area Council. It was sponsored in 1964 by the Parks, Playground and Recreation Department of the City of Paducah.

Paducah, Kentucky · United States