Does anyone have info on the Altoona Train Shops?

Question

The train car shops in Altoona have been closed down for a couple of years already, but I know they have a great history behind them. And I'd like to know what that history is. Can someone give me a link for some info?

Answer 1

Try these two links:
http://www.cr.nps.gov/history/online_books/railroad/shs1a.htm

http://www.cr.nps.gov/history/online_books/railroad/shs2a.htm