The Transcontinental Railroad The Gateway to the West |
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| Author:
| Renehan, Edward J.
Renehan, Edward J. |
| Series title: | Milestones in American History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7910-9351-1 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2007 |
| Publisher: | Facts On File, Incorporated
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| Imprint: | Chelsea House |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $45.00 |
Book Description:
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In May 1869, the US railroad network unified when the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railroads came together in Promontory, Utah. This book discusses the important milestone in the expansion of the United States and its impact on the nation, both positive and negative.
In May 1869, the US railroad network unified when the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railroads came together in Promontory, Utah. This book discusses the important milestone in the expansion of the United States and its impact on the nation, both positive and negative.