Summer Freight Train with Graffiti in St. Paul

A graffiti-covered freight train travels on tracks in St. Paul, Minnesota, highlighting the city's vital rail transport for commerce and industry.
A long freight train, adorned with graffiti, travels along tracks in St. Paul, Minnesota. The train cars, a mix of covered hoppers and tank cars, are part of the extensive rail network that has historically served as a vital artery for commerce and industry in the Twin Cities region. Rail transport remains a significant component of the local and national economy, facilitating the movement of goods and materials.
Photo taken in May 2017.

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