Albertville Railway Workshops, Katanga, Belgian Congo 1951

This historic photograph shows the railway workshops and engine sheds of Albertville (Katanga) in the Belgian Congo during 1951. Steam locomotives and freight wagons can be seen inside the maintenance facilities, highlighting the importance of the Congo Superior Railway to the African Great Lakes in supporting transportation across Central Africa.

?️ These railway facilities played a vital role in maintaining locomotives and moving passengers, minerals, and goods, making them a key part of the region's transportation and economic infrastructure.

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  • Year Taken 1951
  • Country Congo
  • Photo #1481
  • Published on Jul 12, 2026
  • Photo type JPG
  • Resolution 4128x2964
  • Category Cities & Villages
  • File size 4MB