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The four labor groups that built the Transcontinental Railroad were the Canadian and British engineers and surveyors, manual labor crews made up of former slaves and emigrant Chinese, semi-skilled laborers made up from discharged Union and Confederate troops, and emigrant Irishmen. The supervisory crew was made up of whites, including some Irish.
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Who built the track of the Transcontinental Railroad that began in Omaha Nebraska?
The transcontinental railroad was built by the Union Pacific Railroad going west from Omaha, Nebraska. They built their part of the railroad to Promontory, Utah. The Central Pacific Railroad built the other part of the transcontinental railroad starting in Sacramento, California and built east meeting the Union Pacific Railroad.
What were the three nationalities that built the transcontinental railroad?
The transcontinental railroad was primarily built by three nationalities: Irish, Chinese, and American workers. The Irish laborers were heavily involved in the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad, while the Chinese workers predominantly contributed to the Central Pacific Railroad. Both groups faced significant challenges and discrimination, yet their labor was crucial in completing this monumental project that linked the eastern and western United States.
How did the transcontinental railroad form?
it was not formed it was built
Which statement is falseThe first transcontinental railroad was completed in 1869?
The first transcontinental railroad was funded with government money.
What dangers did the railroad workers face when the transcontinental railroad was built?
Temperature, hygiene, hunger
What was it like before the transcontinental railroad was built?
It was fertile land.
Which pioneer trail was the transcontinental railroad built on?
Oregon Trail
What trail was the transcontinental railroad built upon?
Oregon Trail
Tell you info about the transcontinental railroad?
it was built in 6 years
What year did they built the First Transcontinental Railroad?
1865-1869
Who made sure that a transcontinental railroad be built?
the u.s. gov
What was a result of the Transcontinental Railroad being built?
Travel was easier?
