Transcontinental Railroad Map

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A locomotive is parked on tracks. Behind it is the desert and a faint mountain range.

The Transcontinental Railroad

By Liane Hicks

The first Transcontinental Railroad in the United States was a feat of ingenuity and engineering. It opened up the way for new cities, industries, and opportunities for immigrants and settlers. However, it also led to the decimation of Native American nations and the environment as well as a racist backlash against immigrants. Engage students with Storyboard That premade activities!




Transcontinental Railroad

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Have students create a map of the Transcontinental Railroad, highlighting the route and key cities.

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  • Key:Sacramento, CaliforniaCentral Pacific RailroadPromontory Point, UtahUnion Pacific RailroadOmaha, NebraskaSierra Nevada Mountains
  • Transcontinental Railroad
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