Christian Berna

The Amtrak Police Department (APD) is a federal law enforcement agency that provides security and law enforcement services for Amtrak, the national passenger train system in the United States. The Amtrak Police Department is responsible for the safety and security of Amtrak passengers, employees, and infrastructure across the country. The APD has primary jurisdiction over Amtrak stations, trains, rights-of-way, and maintenance facilities. They also have jurisdiction over crimes committed against Amtrak, its employees, or its passengers. APD officers patrol stations, trains, and facilities, enforce laws, conduct investigations, and provide support at events. They also work with other agencies, such as local law enforcement, and participate in joint operations and training exercises. The APD has over 500 sworn and civilian personnel at over 30 locations across 46 states, the District of Columbia, and three Canadian provinces. The APD has specialized units like the Special Operations Unit, which conducts station surges, baggage screening, and counter-surveillance operations. They also have a robust K-9 program and a National Communications Center for dispatch and incident response. The APD collaborates with other law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, and other Amtrak stakeholders through programs like Operation RAILSAFE to enhance safety and security. This book was finished on July 4, 2025 and I hope that you enjoy my selection of pictures. Happy 4th of July

The New York Fire Department (FDNY) is the country s largest. It has an "all hazards" approach which includes medical emergencies and rescue operations. It is known for its extensive emergency response, including a massive emergency medical service (EMS) system and special units and its use of advanced technology. FDNY responds to a vast range of emergencies, not just fires. Its responsibilities include technical rescue, hazardous materials mitigation, and medical calls. The FDNY employs over 11,000 uniformed firefighting employees, 4,500 uniformed EMTs, paramedics, and EMS employees, and 2,000 civilian employees The department uses modern technology like drones, laser methane detectors, and advanced training facilities like subway cars for exercises. Members are nicknamed "New York's Bravest," reflecting a deep sense of tradition and duty. Some will remember the heart-breaking footage of FDNY fire fighters moving up the stairs of the Twin Towers, against the stream of people moving down to escape on 9/11 2001, only to be crushed when the World Trade Center buildings collapsed. The department also engages in public education and code enforcement to prevent emergencies.

Rail enthusiasts are nothing new. An early trainspotter was 14-year-old Fanny Gordon, who in 1861 recorded the names of locomotives passing Westbourne Park station on the Great Western Railway.One of the many activities of rail enthusiasts is to photograph them and part of the fun is to share the photos.Another joy is to sit and read or page through a book or a magazine with pictures and information about trains.This little book was put together at the request of the family railfan in order precisely to sit and look at pictures of German U-Bahn trains.The author and his family share the opportunity and hope the reader will enjoy our selection of photos.