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The Incredible Transcontinental Railroad
In the Civil War, the Union's victory over the Confederacy was largely due in part to the superior Northern railroads, which kept the military stocked with supplies. As a result, the United States realized the great value of a transcontinental railroad and pushed to connect the east with the west. Author R. Conrad Stein tells the stories of those who, whether motivated by money and greed or by idealism and dedication to a lofty goal, played a part in creating a railroad that would unite a country.
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This series presents concepts and events in American history that are well explained and easily accessible to students. Illustrations, photographs, and other primary source materials augment the text. Quotes and written excerpts backed up by extensive source notes indicate the authors' thorough research. However, potential buyers must be aware that these books are reissued editions of previously published works from the late 1990s. In some cases the text is identical while Internet addresses, suggestions for further reading, and some illustrations have been changed., Library Media Connection October 2012
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