University of Alberta
University of Alberta: The Canadian Northern Western
This brief history describes the evolution of the Canadian Northern Western Railway. German entrepreneur, Martin Nordegg was unable to convince The Canadian Pacific or Grand Trunk Pacific to build a line so he turned to the Canadian...
University of Alberta
University of Alberta: The Edmonton, Yukon and Pacific Railway
The Edmonton, Yukon and Pacific Railway was incorporated in 1896 to provide a rail connection between two political and economic rivals, Strathcona in the south and Edmonton in the north. This is a brief history of its evolution.
Wisconsin Historical Society
Wisconsin Historical Society: Fill 'Er Up: The Evolution of Gas Stations
Take a fascinating trip into the past to experience how gas stations have evolved from livery stables in Wisconsin. In addition to the descriptions of the architectural styles through the decades, history is brought to life with a video...
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: Inventing the Riverboat
A discussion of Robert Fulton's and Henry Shreve's contribution to the evolution of the steamboat. Includes photos of early steamboats and some biographical information on Fulton. (Text is the actual radio transcript of a syndicated...
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Railroads in the 1800s
Learn details of the fascinating history of the early American railroads in the 1800s including their invention, their expansion, significance, and their impact on the transportation system of America.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Erie Canal
Provides details about the Erie Canal that stretched for 363 miles linking the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: The American System
Comprehensive resource provides detailed facts about Henry Clay and the economic plan called the 'American System'.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Santa Fe Trail
Provides 20 interesting facts and important information about the 900-mile route from Independence, Missouri, to Santa Fe, New Mexico from 1821 until 1880.