In 1937 the Canadian Pacific Railway took delivery of 30 class H1c Hudson type locomotives. Unlike the CPR's earlier 4-6-4s, these engines were semi-streamlined with a recessed headlight, side skirting and a largely unbroken boiler contour. Their red, black and silver livery contributed to their distinctive look. In 1938 a second order of ten engines was received from builder Montreal Locomotive Works. When King George VI and Queen Elizabeth toured Canada by train in 1939, the first two members of that newer group were repainted in special royal livery, including a small crown on the skirting above the cylinders, and assigned to the royal train. After the royalty returned to Great Britain the locomotives were returned to their original appearance, but the Canadian Pacific was granted permission to apply the small crown to the skirting of all the semi-streamlined 4-6-4s, thus designating them the famous "Royal Hudsons." Three survive, including No. 2860 that has been operational in recent years. This view of No. 2836 came from an anonymous photographer at an unknown location. For her specifications, see No. 2856 following.