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Transcontinental Railroad


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Catalogue Number:  041133DV
ISBN number:  0793649447
Producer:  PBS Video
Subject:  Social Studies
Language:  ENGLISH
Grade Level:  9 - Post Secondary
Country of Origin:  U.S.
Copyright Year:  2002
Running Time:  120
Rights:  PPR

Go behind-the-scenes of one of the greatest engineering feats of the 19th century: the building of a transcontinental railroad across the United States. Completed in only six years by unscrupulous entrepreneurs, brilliant engineers, and legions of dedicated workers, the Transcontinental Railroad left in its wake a horde of displaced, broken Native Americans. See how the railroad helped shape the politics and culture of mid-19th century America.

PDF file - Teacher's guide.





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