The Iron Highway

Series: History with Herb Hake Series

Duration: 29 min

Year Published: 1959

Creator: WOI-TV Iowa State Teachers College Herb Hake

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: Sound

Description: Tells the story of railroad development in the early 1800's. Reviews briefly other forms of transportation in wide use before the advent of railroads. Explains how railroading was financed through Federal Subsidies. Covers other interesting aspects of railroading in the Midwest.

Metadata Source:Educational film guide. Supplements (1959-62)

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