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Florida's Great Ocean Railway,Used
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The building of Henry Flagler's Florida East Coast Railway extension over water to Key West from 1905 to 1916 was s triumph of engineering and logistics. The Keys were remote and with little means of communication. The massive amounts of materials had to be moved with steam power. This book tells the story of the planners and their plan and its execution. It has 250 old photos, most of which have never been published before.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Florida's Great Ocean Railway'? A: The book primarily focuses on the construction of Henry Flagler's Florida East Coast Railway extension to Key West between 1905 and 1916, detailing the engineering challenges and logistics involved.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 197 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Florida's Great Ocean Railway' is Dan Gallagher.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Are there any photographs included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes 250 old photographs, many of which have not been published before.
- Q: In what condition is the book being sold? A: The book is listed in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: When was 'Florida's Great Ocean Railway' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2003.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the category of State & Local history.
- Q: Is there any information about the materials used in the railway's construction? A: Yes, the book discusses the massive amounts of materials that were moved using steam power during the railway's construction.
- Q: Does this book provide insights into the planning process of the railway? A: Yes, it details the planning and execution processes undertaken by the planners involved in the railway's construction.