Looks at how railroads developed across the western United States, aiding in settlement, travel, and agriculture. Also looks at the people who built, used, and were affected by the railroads.
This book provides a brief history of railroads in the United States, describing the construction of railroad tracks, the evolution of the steam locomotive, the importance of the railroads in settling the West, and more.
Looks at how railroads developed across the western United States, aiding in settlement, travel, and agriculture. Also looks at the people who built, used, and were affected by the railroads.
