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Virginia Blue Ridge Railroad, The (Transportation)
Virginia Blue Ridge Railroad The - Transportation
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In 1849, Virginia began a bold railroad expansion toward the Ohio River and its lucrative trade connections. The projects plan covered 423 miles and called for piercing two mountain chains with three railroads. The Blue Ridge Railroad was the shortest of these but crossed the most mountainous terrain. At times, hired slaves, who prepared the tra... more »
Author:
In 1849, Virginia began a bold railroad expansion toward the Ohio River and its lucrative trade connections. The projects plan covered 423 miles and called for piercing two mountain chains with three railroads. The Blue Ridge Railroad was the shortest of these but crossed the most mountainous terrain. At times, hired slaves, who prepared the tra... more »
ISBN-13: 9781467118934
ISBN-10: 1467118931
Publication Date: 10/19/2015
Pages: 176
Rating: ?
ISBN-10: 1467118931
Publication Date: 10/19/2015
Pages: 176
Rating: ?
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Genres:
- History >> Americas >> United States >> State & Local
- Nonfiction >> Transportation >> Railroads >> History
