A Preliminary Historic Digest of the C and Ei Rr: Compiled From a History of the Chicago and Eastern Illinois Railroad and the Companies From Which It Grew (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Last rail laid between Vincennes and Terre Haute and service started following day. Cost of road couplets said to have been per mile.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the rich history of the Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railroad (C&EI), tracing its evolution from the mid-19th century through the mid-20th century. It meticulously chronicles the railroad's growth, challenges, and eventual transformation into a major transportation artery in the American Midwest. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a rapidly industrializing nation, highlighting the C&EI's pivotal role in connecting burgeoning cities, facilitating trade, and fostering economic development. The author meticulously details the railroad's expansion, mergers, and acquisitions, painting a vivid picture of its intricate network and the communities it served. Through a wealth of historical anecdotes and operational insights, this book explores the C&EI's impact on the lives of countless individuals, from passengers seeking new opportunities to communities whose fortunes were intertwined with the railroad's success. Themes of innovation, competition, and adaptation resonate throughout, offering a compelling look at the challenges and triumphs that shaped the C&EI's legacy. This book provides a valuable historical account of the C&EI, shedding light on the railroad's enduring influence on the American Midwest and its lasting contributions to the nation's transportation landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780331085013_0
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