Cornelius Vanderbilt
It was made the central railroad hub between east and western lines. In fact, even today it is still a major railroad hub.
The eastern starting point of the Transcontinental Railroad was located in Omaha, Nebraska. It began at a point known as the "Omaha Bridge," which connected the city to the Union Pacific Railroad's lines. This railroad was completed in 1869, linking the eastern United States with the West.
Traverse City Railroad was created in 1871.
Traverse City Railroad ended in 1917.
Utica City Railroad was created in 1862.
Utica City Railroad ended in 1866.
Brooklyn City Railroad was created in 1853.
City Point Railroad ended in 1847.
City Point Railroad was created in 1836.
The Confederate capital of Richmond was able to remain supplied with most of what it needed throughout most of the US Civil War. This was due in part by the five railroad lines that ran from Petersburg to Richmond.
Elkhorn City Railroad Museum was created in 1990.