America 250: Canadian National Railway Company unveils two commemorative locomotives as tribute to US
The two Canadian National Railway Company commemorative locomotives are a tribute to the 250th anniversary of the United States. (Canadian National Railway Company)
The Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is paying tribute to the United States’ 250th anniversary of its independence with two commemorative locomotives.
Locomotive 1776 – "Screaming Eagle" (Canadian National Railway Company)
The first locomotive features 1776 with a screaming bald eagle prominently displayed as a tribute to the longstanding symbol of American independence, strength and freedom.
Locomotive 2026 – "Air Force One" (Canadian National Railway Company)
The second locomotive is embossed with 2026 drawing inspiration from the iconic design of Air Force One, a global symbol of precision, innovation and national security.
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What they're saying:
"America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the ideals and vision that helped shape the United States of America and the innovation that continues to define it. At CN, we are proud to have played a vital role in the country’s past and are excited to continue connecting U.S. industries, communities and supply chains for generations to come," said Tracy Robinson, President and Chief Executive Officer, CN.
Dig deeper:
The CN America250 locomotives will operate across the company’s U.S. network throughout 2026, offering employees, customers and rail enthusiasts an opportunity to participate in the celebration.
CN has been in operation since 1919. CN says it transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year on its nearly 20,000-mile rail network and related transportation services, connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. Midwest and the U.S. Gulf Coast.
The Source: Information in this article was provided by the Canadian National Railway Company. This story was reported from Orlando.