US Migration Railroads

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Some American settlers moved to new homes by railroad. Railroads were faster, less expensive, and healthier than overland travel by covered wagon. Railroads often organized immigrant trains to encourage settlement (and eventually business) along their routes.

Other Significant Railroads

 * Denver and Rio Grande Railroad
 * Illinois Central Railroad 1882 Chicago, IL to New Orleans, LA

[http://www.cyndislist.com/railroads/ Cyndi's List - Railroad

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