The Great Chicago Lake Tunnel: The Causes Which Led to Its Conception, the Great Undertaking, Obstacles Encountered, How the Work Was Performed, ... of Several Illustrious Parties to the Works - Softcover

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9781334188794: The Great Chicago Lake Tunnel: The Causes Which Led to Its Conception, the Great Undertaking, Obstacles Encountered, How the Work Was Performed, ... of Several Illustrious Parties to the Works

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The construction of the Chicago Lake Tunnel is captured in this book from groundbreaking to completion in 1867. Built to address the city's urgent need for fresh and pure water, the project was a major undertaking that pushed the boundaries of engineering. The outcome forever changed Chicago's landscape. By engaging readers with accounts of overcoming engineering obstacles, political conflicts, and funding challenges, this book provides a fascinating look at both the human and technical aspects of Chicago's most important public works project of the 19th century.

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9780266598220: The Great Chicago Lake Tunnel: The Causes Which Led to Its Conception, the Great Undertaking, Obstacles Encountered, How the Work Was Performed, Launch of the Crib, Etc.; Together With Sketches of the

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ISBN 10:  0266598226 ISBN 13:  9780266598220
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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