2000 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament The Tender Lionel General Steam Locomotive

2000 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament The Tender Lionel General Steam Locomotive. Die- cast metal - dated 2000. This ornament is a replica of the Lionel tenter (1862T), issued with the General Steam Locomotive in the late 1950s. The original General locomotive was famous for its involvement in the Civil War. In 1862 Union soldiers deep in Confederate territory captured the locomotive -but before they could reach Union troops, the General was retaken by the Confederates. Perfect fan for the history buff, Civil War buff, Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Collector or train or locomotive collector. Note this is a vintage piece so there will be imperfections / issues with the packaging / box , ornament and it is from a smoke free home.