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Video footage from the 2011 National Hobo Convention in Britt, Iowa. Donated by Minneapolis Jewel. Part 3 of 3. Footage from the parade and the coronation ceremony during Hobo Days. Footage of the election process. Footage of dubbing at the jungle.

An episode from the TV show “A&E Investigative Reports” that explores incidents of homicide while riding the rails. Information on the Freight Train Riders of America (F.T.R.A). Interesting information on the relationship between law enforcement and…

A documentary about hobo history and hobo life. Interviews with hoboes, including Jet Set John, Adman, Connecticut Shorty, Jungle Jack, Pullman Kid, and Trainman.

Video footage filmed by Harmonica Mike while traveling through Iowa and Nebraska, attending various festivals and parades, in both states.

Video footage filmed by Harmonica Mike while traveling through Iowa and Nebraska, watching freight trains and participating in a historic steam train ride for tourists, in both states.

A memorial video created in honor of the late great two-time Hobo King Frog.

A memorial video created in honor of the late great two-time Hobo King Tuck.

A memorial video created in honor of the late great hobo Railroad Randy.

A documentary about hobo history and hobo life. Date of creation unknown.

A documentary about hobo history and hobo life. Footage from the National Hobo Convention and footage from the memorial service at the Hobo Cemetary.