Official Guide Book and Program for the Pageant "Wheels a-Rolling" (Classic Reprint)

This book captures the exhilaration of America's railroading epics, telling of the country's expansion and the breakthroughs in human opportunity brought in the wake of the iron horse. The author highlights the colorful details and drama of railroading's early days in the mid-19th century, showing how each advance played a role in the country's narrative of westward expansion. This book is a unique insight into the role of the railroad in bringing America to its current heights, not just in terms of physical expansion but in the growth of ingenuity and industry, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the heart of American industry and history.