because they could trade with China
Shippers and manufacturers aimed to build ports on the California Pacific coast to facilitate easier and more efficient transportation of goods, taking advantage of the region's strategic location for trade with Asia and other markets. The development of ports would provide essential infrastructure for shipping and receiving supplies, boosting economic growth and supporting industries like agriculture and mining. Additionally, the ports would enable faster access to international markets, enhancing competitiveness and fostering regional development. Overall, the establishment of these ports was seen as a key driver for California's economic expansion.
because they could trade with China
The invention of steam engines to drive factory machinery allowed manufacturers to build factories away from running water.
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The Chinese people helped build the Central Pacific railroad. The Central Pacific railroad was built during 1863 to 1885.
To build the Pacific Bell Park in San Jose, California was $357 million.
Invention of the steam engine allowed manufacturers to build their factories away from rivers.
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Electricity
Allowed manufacturers to build factories almost anywhere.
Irish immigrants worked on the union pacific railroad to help build west from Omaha Nebraska. The Union Pacific was in fierce competition with the central pacific railroad so the irish sometimes would sabotage the work of the central pacific.