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What were corduroy roads made out of?
corduroy
What were roads with logs across them called?
Corduroy roads, like the fabric.
When were these Corduroy Roads first used?
i dont know. like after the industrial revolution i think
Were roman roads made of cobbles?
They were made with cobble and stone. They also could be what is known as Corduroy roads as well. Corduroy roads were made of logs covered in sand, and used in low lying or swampy areas. See the links below for more information.
What were the roads called that were constructed by placing logs close together?
corduroy roads
What are the corduroy roads?
Corduroy roads are roads that are built with logs or poles placed across swampy or unstable ground. This type of road was used by wheeled vehicles and horses. Cattle and herds of pigs or sheep were not allowed on the road because of spaces between the logs and poles. Sometimes hewed or sawn lumber was used in the corduroy road. Look up some of the books about the old days written by Eric Sloane.
What were corduroy roads and why were they used?
They are roads. They were first used in the USA during the American Revolution. They were used to help travelers cross swampy areas.. But they were made of huge Logs! So the ride was quite bumpy.
Roads in wet swampy areas had logs across them and were known as?
Corduroy
What were the roads made of during the civil war?
Military Engineers made Corduroy Roads from felled trees. Most roads were dirt. Some had gravel or stone bases under the packed earth. Corduroy Roads were a quick and easy way to provide a hard surface for foot and horse traffic.
Why is corduroy roads important?
Cordury roads were important because it was a new way of transportation that hadn't been built yet.
What types of clothing are usually made with corduroy fabric?
The most popular type of clothing made out of corduroy is pants. It is also used to make shirts, jackets, and skirts. Corduroy is a very durable fabric and is also used to upholster furniture.
Why were corduroy roads invented?
i hate school!i hate school!i hate school!(thats not helpful...)
