| Title: | Building of the Transcontinental Railroad |
| Description: | In 1863, President Lincoln signed a document that
designated the eastern terminus of the proposed transcontinental rail route in
Omaha, Nebraska. Within a short time dirt was flying in Nebraska and California
where the western route was started. Thousands of workers, supply trains and
equipment were used to complete this project and connect the United States.
After six years, the rails were joined at Promontory Point, Utah on May 10, 1869.
As a follow up to the VFT, you are requested to complete a post event reflection at https://goo.gl/mFU4X5 |
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| VFT Type: | Talk to the Expert |
| URL: | https://durhammuseum.org/education/digital-learning/ |
| Meeting Time: | Scheduled by request of the teacher |
| Duration: | 45 minutes
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| Registration Info: | To register for this program, contact the program provider Paige Pace at educationdept@durhammuseum.org (402-444-5027, ext. 562). |
| Tech Requirements: | Supports desktop connections using Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
For questions about equipment, desktop applications or other concerns, contact your local ESU distance learning specialist. Click here for a list of ESU contacts. |
| Cost: | $0.00 |
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