20 Fun Facts About Famous Railroads
Some railroads are known for their place in history, such as the American transcontinental railroad. Others are known for their arresting scenic views, such as the Ukrainian Tunnel of Love. Still others are famous for their record-breaking length, like Russia's Trans-Siberian Railroad. Readers will gain an appreciation for railroads around the globe in this exciting compilation of facts about famous trains and railways. Attention-grabbing photographs and helpful graphic organizers accompany the interesting and accessible narrative.
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20 Fun Facts About Famous Railroads
Some railroads are known for their place in history, such as the American transcontinental railroad. Others are known for their arresting scenic views, such as the Ukrainian Tunnel of Love. Still others are famous for their record-breaking length, like Russia's Trans-Siberian Railroad. Readers will gain an appreciation for railroads around the globe in this exciting compilation of facts about famous trains and railways. Attention-grabbing photographs and helpful graphic organizers accompany the interesting and accessible narrative.
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20 Fun Facts About Famous Railroads

20 Fun Facts About Famous Railroads

by Therese M. Shea
20 Fun Facts About Famous Railroads

20 Fun Facts About Famous Railroads

by Therese M. Shea

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Overview

Some railroads are known for their place in history, such as the American transcontinental railroad. Others are known for their arresting scenic views, such as the Ukrainian Tunnel of Love. Still others are famous for their record-breaking length, like Russia's Trans-Siberian Railroad. Readers will gain an appreciation for railroads around the globe in this exciting compilation of facts about famous trains and railways. Attention-grabbing photographs and helpful graphic organizers accompany the interesting and accessible narrative.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781538246603
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Publication date: 12/30/2019
Series: Fun Fact File: Engineering Marvels Series
Pages: 32
Product dimensions: 8.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 7 - 10 Years

Table of Contents

Railroads Changed the World 4

Firsts 6

All Kinds of Trains 11

Today's Train Tech 15

Transcontinental Trips 18

Remarkable Railroads 23

Changing Times 28

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32

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