Transportation in America

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Straphanging in the USA

trolleys and subways in American life
2003
An illustrated look at how the problem of moving large numbers of people withing cities has been addressed through a series of vehicles and systems, from horse-drawn cars to the modern subway.

On the waters of the USA

ships and boats in American life
2003
Explores the evolving role of boats and ships in American history, from the dugout and birch-bark canoes of Native Americans to twenty-first century container ships and supertankers.

Riding the rails in the USA

trains in American life
2003
Explores the impact of trains in the United States as they allowed settlers to move West in large numbers and get needed supplies, helped farmers to move goods to market, and provided transportation for commuters.
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