From pioneering engineers to fearless conductors, women have left their mark on rail travel in ways history often forgets. Today, as the world celebrates International Women’s Day, it’s time to remember.

Mar 18, 2022 · Following are stories of five female transportation trailblazers that demonstrate the important contributions women have made on passenger rail, freight shipping and the transportation …

Jun 10, 2025 · Today, women continue to contribute to the industry in a variety of ways, from designing and engineering new rail systems to managing and operating existing ones. Carolyn Griffiths, for …

Mar 14, 2023 · Today, women continue to contribute to the industry in a variety of ways, from designing and engineering new rail systems to managing and operating existing ones. Carolyn Griffiths, for …

Aug 26, 2021 · To truly appreciate the history of the railroad, you have to understand the stories of the women who helped shape it. Discover ten innovative women who have influenced railroad history …

Christine Gonzalez Christine Gonzalez Aldeis (born 1952/1953) [1] is an American train engineer. She became the first woman to work as an engineer on a Class 1 railroad. [2] Aldeis was born and raised …

4 days ago · A new book telling the stories of the women who helped build the first transcontinental railroad is a fascinating insight into the lives of 19th-century American women.

Mar 18, 2024 · Dating back to the late 19th century, individuals like Mary Walton developed a patent to deflect air pollutant emissions that would later be adapted for steam engines. In the 1970s, Bonnie …

Mar 10, 2025 · Hailed as the “Lady Engineer” who “took the pain out of the train,” Olive Wetzel Dennis made her lasting mark on passenger service and paved the path for future female civil engineers.

Feb 29, 2024 · We delve into the stories of remarkable women whose inventions and contributions have left an indelible mark on the railroad industry. At the turn of the 20th century, Mary Anderson …