On 1/18/2024, FEC unveiled their brand new Veterans paint on #430. This was premiered along with new paint on GEs 816 & 820. The plan is to use this on special moves as often as possible, was hoped for the 2023 Toys For Tots special, but wasn't ready in time. January has often been a time of change with the power on the FEC. The original "heritage" unit, GP40 #2000, debuted on 1/14/2000 then in 2007, the first four SD70M-2 debuted on the 8th of January complete with a celebration similar to what was done today. January 2015 saw a bulk of the six-axle EMD fleet go into lease service, but that's another story for another time.
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just heritage schemes, not just commemorative schemes - this album is devoted to some of the world's most interesting paint schemes, past or present.
Displays of American pride, and spirit! Equipment painted Red, White, and Blue! With an honored salute and tribute to our veterans and troops added too! Patriots can still be found to join this gathering of Patriotic Pride!