Whatever Happened to the Humble Caboose?

With all the rail accidents going on around the country, it seems like there is a piece of safety equipment that has fallen out of use that could help: the humble caboose. In an age before technology, a caboose was a helpful tool for braking and for watching the entire train. However, it has been decades since they have been used. In this video, we learn about the history of the caboose and why they fell out of use and if they should make a comeback.