Laying the Track of the Pacific Railroad, 1869-1870
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Labor forces on the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroads consisted of Chinese and Irish immigrants, African Americans, Mormon settlers, and Civil War veterans looking for opportunity and adventure. The work was difficult and dangerous, with disease as big a threat as construction accidents. Workers endured the hardships for around $30 a month in wages.
Labor forces on the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroads consisted of Chinese and Irish immigrants, African Americans, Mormon settlers, and Civil War veterans looking for opportunity and adventure. The work was difficult and dangerous, with disease as big a threat as construction accidents. Workers endured the hardships for around $30 a month in wages.
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Date Made
1869-1870
Creators
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Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.642
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Wood engraving (Process)
Printing (Process)
Typewriting
Dimensions
Height: 5.25 in
Width: 8.5 in
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