Nova Scotia Archives

Men in the Mines

A History of Mining Activity in Nova Scotia, 1720-1992

"Samson" Locomotive

The old locomotive Samson of 1839 which ran in Pictou County, NS. Second locomotive to operate in Canada. It was one of three engines brought to Albion Mines in 1839 by the General Mining Association — the Samson, Hercules and John Buddle.

Reference:   Nova Scotia Archives  Photo Collection: Transportation: Railways   /  negative N-961

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