This book delves into the history of transcontinental rail traffic in the United States, examining its relation to water routes such as the Panama Canal. The author provides a wealth of data on tonnage, types of goods transported, and the impact of water competition on rail rates, demonstrating the historical interplay between these modes of transportation. Through analysis of the traffic and rate data, the book sheds light on how railroads have adjusted their strategies in response to the presence of water routes, offering valuable insights into the evolution of transportation networks in the United States.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of transcontinental rail traffic in the United States, examining its relation to water routes such as the Panama Canal. The author provides a wealth of data on tonnage, types of goods transported, and the impact of water competition on rail rates, demonstrating the historical interplay between these modes of transportation. Through analysis of the traffic and rate data, the book sheds light on how railroads have adjusted their strategies in response to the presence of water routes, offering valuable insights into the evolution of transportation networks in the United States. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780331014907_0
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