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The transcontinental railroad significantly simplified and accelerated the movement of goods and people across the United States. It facilitated trade by connecting the eastern and western parts of the country, reducing transportation costs and travel time. Additionally, it contributed to westward expansion, enabling settlers to migrate more easily to new territories. Overall, the railroad played a crucial role in shaping the economic and social landscape of the nation.
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How did the transcontinental railroad help the west develop?
it made it easier to get from one place to the other
What role did the transcontinental railroad play in California's development?
Made migration across the West easier
What made travel to California easier in the 1900S's?
the transcontinental railroad;)
What was a result of the Transcontinental Railroad being built?
Travel was easier?
Was the Transcontinental the first Transcontinental Railroad?
No. The transcontinental line was completed in 1869, which was four decades plus after the first railroads began operating in the US. Before this railroad was made there were already many other railroads in the eastern United States, but there were so many travelers to the west that the government wanted to make it easier for people to move out west with the Transcontinental Railroad.
Was the transcontinental railroad the first railroad?
No. The transcontinental line was completed in 1869, which was four decades plus after the first railroads began operating in the US. Before this railroad was made there were already many other railroads in the eastern United States, but there were so many travelers to the west that the government wanted to make it easier for people to move out west with the Transcontinental Railroad.
What four things did the transcontinental railroad for the country?
Well, all i know is that the Transcontinental Railroad made the journey to the East from the West
Why the transcontinental railroad was bad?
It made conflict with the indians
What ways did the transcontinental railroad make it easier for settelers in the west to earn money?
like
Where did the Union Pacific Railroad begin when the transcontinental railroad was made?
they started in Omaha, Nebraska.
Who Made The Transcontinental RailRoad?
The Central Pacific and the Union Pacific.
Who made sure that a transcontinental railroad be built?
the u.s. gov
