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Green Springs National Historic Landmark District??? in Green Springs
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Green Springs National Historic Landmark District
Green Springs (Plantation)
Green Springs Dependency
Courtesy of Library of Congress
Green Springs (Plantation) North Elevation and East (End) Elevation, Photographed by Jack E. Boucher, Historic American Buildings Survey, 1983.
 
Greern Springs (Plantation) Dependency
Courtesy of Library of Congress
Green Springs (Plantation) Dependency, East Elevation and Part of South (End) Elevation, Photographed by Jack E. Boucher, Historic American Buildings Survey, 1983
 
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Green Springs (Plantation) Neighborhood Map
Green Springs (Plantation) and immediate neighborhood, 1863. North at top. Detail from Department of Northern Virginia, Chief Engineer’s Office, “Map of Louisa County Virginia from Surveys by B. L. Blackford Assist:Engr C. S. A. … 1863,” Library of Congress, Washington, D. C.
 
A ring of flame envelopes a steam locomotive drive wheel as a tire is heated so it can be placed on the wheel.  

Did You Know?
Though made of steel, the tires on a steam locomotive wear out. A new tire is cut slightly too small and then it is heated until it expands. After workers slide it onto the wheel, the tire shrinks as it cools and is locked into place. Learn more about steam locomotive maintenance at Steamtown NHS.
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Last Updated: July 30, 2007 at 10:49 EST