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History Of The Barge Canal Of New York State (1922)

History Of The Barge Canal Of New York State (1922)

Whitford, Noble Earl

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral LawGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1437156770
ISBN13: 9781437156775
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Oct 1 2008
Pages: 672
Weight: 1.98
Height: 1.42 Width: 6.16 Depth: 8.94
Language: English
History Of The Barge Canal Of New York State (1922) is a comprehensive historical account of the construction and development of the Barge Canal in New York State. Written by Noble Earl Whitford, the book covers the period from the early 19th century when the idea of a canal system was first proposed, to the completion of the Barge Canal in 1918.The book provides a detailed description of the various stages of construction of the Barge Canal, including the building of locks, dams, and aqueducts. It also discusses the economic and social impact of the canal on the state of New York, including the growth of industry and agriculture, the expansion of trade, and the development of new communities along the canal.In addition to the technical and economic aspects of the canal, the book also explores the political and social factors that influenced the development of the project. It examines the role of key figures such as Governor DeWitt Clinton, who championed the idea of a canal system, and the various political and business interests that supported or opposed the project.Overall, History Of The Barge Canal Of New York State (1922) is a detailed and informative account of one of the most important infrastructure projects in the history of New York State. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation, engineering, and economic development in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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