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How We Built the Union Pacific Railway, and Other Railway Papers and Addresses,Used
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The major recollections of MajorGeneral Grenville M. Dodge as chief engineer of the Union Pacific Railway. In addition to the main section, the book prints various speeches of Dodge about railway matters, his speech before Congress in 1868 upon the Union Pacific, his recollections of Harriman, and the problems of the civil engineer during the Civil War and upon the frontier.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'How We Built the Union Pacific Railway'? A: The book primarily covers the recollections of Major-General Grenville M. Dodge regarding his role as chief engineer of the Union Pacific Railway, along with various railway-related speeches and addresses.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Grenville M. Dodge, a major-general and significant figure in the construction of the Union Pacific Railway.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'How We Built the Union Pacific Railway' have? A: The book contains 196 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 19, 2005.
- Q: Does the book include any personal anecdotes or speeches? A: Yes, the book includes personal recollections and various speeches by Grenville M. Dodge, including his address before Congress in 1868 regarding the Union Pacific Railway.
- Q: What historical context does the book provide? A: It provides insights into the challenges faced by civil engineers during the Civil War and the development of the railway on the American frontier.
- Q: Is there any discussion about E.H. Harriman in this book? A: Yes, the book includes recollections of E.H. Harriman, who was a prominent figure in the railway industry.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'United States'.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Readers interested in American history, railway construction, or civil engineering would find this book particularly valuable.