History of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

History of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
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Publisher : Purdue University Press
Total Pages : 444
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ISBN-10 : 1557530661
ISBN-13 : 9781557530660
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Book Synopsis History of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad by : John F. Stover

Download or read book History of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad written by John F. Stover and published by Purdue University Press. This book was released on 1987 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad was the first common carrier railroad in America. As an economic historian, Stover tells the history of the B & O from its beginnings in 1928, and through the dark times of this country's economic growth and downswings. He examines the programs undertaken by the company throughout its history to improve its lines, equipment, and service.


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