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Nevada's Virginia & Truckee Railroad

Nevada's Virginia & Truckee Railroad - Hardcover

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Availability:In StockContributor:Stephen E. DrewPublish date:2014-03-31Pages:130
Language:EnglishPublisher:Arcadia Publishing Library EditionsISBN-13:9781531675776ISBN-10:1531675778UPC:9781531675776Book Category:History, TransportationBook Subcategory:United States, RailroadsBook Topic:State & LocalSize:9.61 x 6.69 x 0.38 inchesWeight:0.9105Product ID:SCB9HNYZXJ
The Virginia & Truckee is the most famous short line railroad in American history. Brainchild of William Sharon and the Bank of California, the V&T hauled the silver and gold ore, the cordwood, and the mining timbers that made the 1870s "Big Bonanza" a reality. From the state capital at Carson City, V&T rails stretched 66 miles to Virginia City, Reno, and Minden, Nevada. Serving the transportation needs of the Comstock's nearly 40,000 inhabitants, the V&T remained in operation until 1950. The enormously successful railroad paid its early owners handsome dividends. The V&T's ornate locomotives and cars have starred in hundreds of Hollywood productions and are now preserved in US museums. Since 1976, fourteen miles of the railroad have been restored to operation. The Virginia & Truckee has become an enduring legend.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Arcadia Publishing Library EditionsISBN-13:9781531675776ISBN-10:1531675778UPC:9781531675776Book Category:History, TransportationBook Subcategory:United States, RailroadsBook Topic:State & LocalSize:9.61 x 6.69 x 0.38 inchesWeight:0.9105Product ID:SCB9HNYZXJ
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions

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