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Boy Scout Railroading Merit Badge

Reading this page does not satisfy any requirement for the Railroading Merit Badge. The only person who may sign off on requirements is a Merit Badge Counselor, duly registered and authorized by the local Council. This page is provided as an online resource only to help you with your research.

All About Railroad Signals From a 1957 article in Trains Magazine

How to read U.S. Train Signals

Classes of American Railroads

What are the different Freight Rail Car Types?

What are the different Passenger Car Types?

Other Online Resources