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The Story Of The Santa Fe

The Story Of The Santa Fe

Bradley, Glenn Danford

Paperback

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesRegional: Southwest

ISBN10: 1163276839
ISBN13: 9781163276839
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 298
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.62 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Story of the Santa Fe by Glenn Danford Bradley is a comprehensive historical account of the Santa Fe railroad company, one of the most iconic and influential railroads in American history. The book traces the origins of the company from its humble beginnings as a small rail line connecting Kansas City to Santa Fe, New Mexico, to its eventual expansion across the western United States. The author explores the challenges and triumphs faced by the Santa Fe railroad, from the construction of the transcontinental railroad to the company's role in shaping the American West. The book delves into the company's innovative engineering and technological advancements, including the development of the diesel-electric locomotive and the creation of the Super Chief passenger train. Bradley also examines the impact of the Santa Fe railroad on American society, including its role in the growth of cities and industries, the expansion of tourism, and the transformation of the American West. The book features numerous photographs and illustrations, as well as detailed maps and diagrams, to provide readers with a vivid and engaging visual representation of the Santa Fe railroad's history. Overall, The Story of the Santa Fe is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, railroads, or the development of the American West. It is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most important and influential companies in American history.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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