Isbn: 9781528306751 - the development and present trend of traffic on the great lakes: thesis (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the development of the lake transportation system on the Great Lakes in the United States from its humble origins in the early 19th century to its dominance as a major industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author traces the technological advancements that enabled the construction of larger and more efficient vessels, the improvements in loading and unloading machinery, and the development of the marine engine for use on the Great Lakes. Through a series of engaging anecdotes and meticulously researched data, the book offers a comprehensive account of the interplay between technological innovation, economic growth, and the rise of the lake transportation industry. It sheds light on the crucial role that the Great Lakes played in the industrial development of the United States and provides valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of engineering and transportation in the past. 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.…