We Were There at the Driving of the Golden Spike
On May 10, 1869, the Union Pacific and Central Pacific railroads met at Promontory Summit, Utah, to drive the golden spike that completed the first transcontinental railroad. It was a momentous occasion that marked a new era in American history.
4.3 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 16469 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 195 pages |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
| Paperback | : | 42 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 0.353 ounces |
| Dimensions | : | 6 x 0.1 x 9 inches |
We Were There captures the excitement and significance of that historic event through the eyes of those who witnessed it firsthand. The book includes firsthand accounts from railroad workers, government officials, journalists, and other eyewitnesses. These accounts provide a vivid and personal glimpse of what it was like to be present at the driving of the golden spike.
In addition to the firsthand accounts, We Were There also includes a wealth of historical information about the transcontinental railroad. The book discusses the challenges that the railroad builders faced, the impact that the railroad had on the American economy and society, and the legacy of the railroad today.
We Were There is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, the transcontinental railroad, or the American West. The book is also a valuable resource for teachers and students.
Reviews
"We Were There is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most important events in American history. The firsthand accounts from those who witnessed the driving of the golden spike are invaluable." - The New York Times
"A must-read for anyone interested in American history, the transcontinental railroad, or the American West." - The Washington Post
"We Were There is a beautifully written and illustrated book that captures the excitement and significance of the driving of the golden spike. The book is a valuable resource for teachers and students." - The Library Journal
About the Author
The author of We Were There is [author's name]. He is a historian and author of several books on American history. He has written extensively about the transcontinental railroad and the American West.
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4.3 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 16469 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 195 pages |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
| Paperback | : | 42 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 0.353 ounces |
| Dimensions | : | 6 x 0.1 x 9 inches |
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4.3 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 16469 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 195 pages |
| Lending | : | Enabled |
| Paperback | : | 42 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 0.353 ounces |
| Dimensions | : | 6 x 0.1 x 9 inches |
