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1989 U.P. 4012 + 1991 BM+R 2012 Steam Engines in Pennsylvania - Footage by Redbird Express

Video footage by Redbird Express as he watches various steam engines travel through the state of Pennsylvania.

The National Hobo Convention - History of an American Celebration

A documentary about the history of the National Hobo Convention in Britt, Iowa. Interviews with Steamtrain Maury and Frisco Jack. Footage featuring Iowa Blackie and the coronation ceremony.

Iowa's Simple Pleasures - Britt, IA and the Hoboes

An episode of “Iowa’s Simple Pleasures,” featuring highlights from the National Hobo Convention in Britt, Iowa. Footage of the Hobo Museum and the jungle in Britt. Brief history of the National Hobo Convention and Britt's significance.

Incredible Vacation Videos

An episode of “Incredible Vacation Videos,” featuring highlights from the National Hobo Convention in Britt, Iowa.

Great Railway Journeys of the World: L.A. to N.Y.

A documentary about historic passenger rail service “coast to coast” between Los Angeles and New York within the United States of America.

Combiled News Coverage about the National Hobo Convention

A compilation of video clips from news shows featuring news coverage about the National Hobo Convention in Britt, Iowa.

CBS Sunday Morning Special - Riding the Rails

A clip from the news show CBS Sunday Morning about hoboes and the National Hobo Convention in Britt, Iowa. Featuring "Tuck", "Stray Cat", and "Stretch", and "Adman" (the millionaire hobo). Footage of the coronation ceremony. Footage of the hobo…

A Tribute to Steam Engines and to the People Who Ran Them!

A documentary about steam engines and their history.

Road Hog Interview on Prime Time

A recording of an interview with Road Hog, originally featured on Prime Time Live. Featuring Minneapolis Jewel and Adman.

Harmonica Mike En Route to Pennsburg, Pennsylvania

Video footage filmed by Harmonica Mike while traveling through Pennsylvania, and attending the 1994 Pennsburg Hobo Gathering in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania.