Riding the Rails Without the Caboose- Exploring the Disappearance of a Classic Train Feature

Why don’t trains have a caboose anymore? This question often arises from the nostalgia of bygone eras when cabooses were a common sight on the tracks. Cabooses, once essential to train operations, have largely disappeared from modern railroads. This article delves into the reasons behind this transformation and explores the role cabooses played in the history of train travel.