A History Of The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432656416)

""A History Of The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad"" by Howard Douglas Dozier is a comprehensive account of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, one of the most significant railroads in the southeastern United States. The book traces the history of the railroad from its inception in the mid-19th century to its merger with the Seaboard Air Line Railroad in the mid-20th century. The author covers the various challenges the company faced, including the competition from other railroads, the impact of the Civil War, and the changing economic landscape of the region. The book also delves into the technological advances and innovations that helped the railroad thrive and expand.The author provides a detailed analysis of the company's operations, including its freight and passenger services, and the various routes it operated. The book also explores the social and cultural impact of the railroad on the communities it served, including the development of towns and cities along its route.Overall, ""A History Of The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad"" is a well-researched and engaging account of one of the most important railroads in American history. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of transportation, the development of the American South, and the impact of industrialization on society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Howard Douglas Dozier
ISBN-10: 1432656414
ISBN-13: 9781432656416
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 214
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.49d