Pan American Railroad Station of Erie Railroad 1901 Real Photo Postcard
The "Pan-American Station of Erie R.R. 1901" references a stop likely established or heavily utilized for the 1901 Pan-American Exposition held in Buffalo, New York. This international exposition, running from May to November 1901, aimed to promote technological progress and cultural ties among the Americas. The station's designation as "Blaisdell" indicates its location in a hamlet just south of Buffalo, serving as a critical rail access point for visitors traveling to and from the Exposition grounds.
The Erie Railroad, a prominent East Coast trunk line, played a vital role in connecting major cities like New York and Chicago, and its network was essential for transporting attendees to the Exposition. At the turn of the 20th century, railroads were the dominant mode of intercity travel, and the steam locomotive pictured exemplifies the era's advanced industrial technology facilitating such large-scale movements of people and goods to significant national events.
The Erie Railroad, a prominent East Coast trunk line, played a vital role in connecting major cities like New York and Chicago, and its network was essential for transporting attendees to the Exposition. At the turn of the 20th century, railroads were the dominant mode of intercity travel, and the steam locomotive pictured exemplifies the era's advanced industrial technology facilitating such large-scale movements of people and goods to significant national events.
