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Created by an act of Congress in 1862 and surviving intact as one of only seven Class I railroads in North America today, the Union Pacific is rightly considered by many to be the quintessential U.S. railroad. Its history has featured key figures and events in the annals of railroading and affected all quarters of the American Midwest and Southwest. This illustrated history follows the Union Pacific from its formation and through such landmark events as the completion of the transcontinental railroad, right up to the railroads current role in the continents current transportation infrastructure. The book recaptures the drama of the railroads perilous formative years, its weathering of economic disasters like the Great Depression, its boom times in the midtwentieth century, the subsequent decline of passenger services, and the UPs role in the rail industrys mergermania from the 1970s through the 1990s. From engineering lore to a look at the UPs crack passenger services, this account is illustrated throughout with historical images in color and blackandwhite, as well as modern photographs and fascinating print ephemera.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Union Pacific Railroad (MBI Railroad Color History)'? A: The book focuses on the history of the Union Pacific Railroad, detailing its formation, significant events like the completion of the transcontinental railroad, and its impact on American transportation infrastructure.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Union Pacific Railroad (MBI Railroad Color History)' is Brian Solomon.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 160 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: When was 'Union Pacific Railroad (MBI Railroad Color History)' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2010.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book includes both historical images in color and black-and-white, as well as modern photographs and print ephemera.
- Q: Does the book cover the economic challenges faced by the Union Pacific Railroad? A: Yes, the book discusses various economic challenges, including the Great Depression and the decline of passenger services.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in railroad history? A: Yes, this book is ideal for anyone interested in railroad history, particularly the significant role of the Union Pacific in the U.S.
- Q: What topics related to engineering does the book address? A: The book covers engineering lore related to the Union Pacific Railroad, providing insights into its engineering achievements and innovations.