Author: Osterberg, Matthew M.,
Title: The Delaware & Hudson Canal and the Gravity Railroad: Images of America series.
Description: Charleston, NC, Arcadia, (2002). 1st ptg. VG lg sz PB. This canal and railroad transformed long tracks of wilderness into thriving economic areas. Conceived as an inexpensive way. to haul anthracite coal, the canal began transporting loads in 1828 to the Hudson River where barges to New York City took over.

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