Les Allert: Iron Horse

In the history of transportation, steam power locomotives replaced the use of animals for power. Thus, the term, Iron Horse, was coined. Eventually during the 1940’s, these engines were replaced by the diesel electric engines. Today steam locomotives have largely disappeared and are found primarily in museums and small scenic rail lines such as the Nevada Northern Railway National Historic Landmark in Ely, Nevada. Mr. Allert has been taking photographs of steam locomotives and riding scenic railroads since 1990.

Iron Horse represents Les Allert’s interest in preserving the era of steam locomotion using the historic equipment and processes of the time. He hopes you enjoy sharing his passion for both transportation history and early photographic processes.