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The book delves into the pivotal role of railroads in Rockford's development as a manufacturing hub, highlighting the significance of four major Class 1 carriers: Chicago and North Western, Chicago, Burlington and Quincy, Milwaukee Road, and Illinois Central. These railroads facilitated the movement of freight and passengers for nearly a century, shaping the area's economic landscape. Additionally, it explores the contributions of smaller railways, such as the Chicago, Milwaukee and Gary and Rockford and Interurban, enriching the narrative of Rockford's railroad history.
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Rockford Area Railroads, Mike Schafer
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Rockford Area Railroads
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mike Schafer
- Publisher
- Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 130
- ISBN13
- 9781531655860
- Category
- Transport
- Description
- The book delves into the pivotal role of railroads in Rockford's development as a manufacturing hub, highlighting the significance of four major Class 1 carriers: Chicago and North Western, Chicago, Burlington and Quincy, Milwaukee Road, and Illinois Central. These railroads facilitated the movement of freight and passengers for nearly a century, shaping the area's economic landscape. Additionally, it explores the contributions of smaller railways, such as the Chicago, Milwaukee and Gary and Rockford and Interurban, enriching the narrative of Rockford's railroad history.