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Railroads Transform the Nation

Learn about the historic construction of the transcontinental railroad, its significance in uniting the country, and the challenges faced by Central Pacific and Union Pacific as they laid tracks across vast landscapes. Discover why the federal government supported this monumental project and how the connection of Central Pacific and Union Pacific marked a pivotal moment in American history.

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Railroads Transform the Nation

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  1. Railroads Transform the Nation Objective: Describe the building of the transcontinental railroad

  2. Central Pacific • Where did it start? • What direction was it going? • Who did they hire to build the railroad? • How many miles of track was laid?

  3. Union Pacific • Where did it start? • What direction was it going? • Who did they hire to build the railroad? • How many miles of track was laid?

  4. Activity • Illustrate the transcontinental railroad

  5. Summary • Why did the federal government want a transcontinental railroad? • What geographic feature made building the Central Pacific difficult? • What took place when workers connected the Central Pacific and the Union Pacific?

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