William Francis Bailey
Story of the First Trans-Continental Railroad
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the nation. As interest surged in the early 1800s, we dive into the complexities of costs and construction, spotlighting key projects like the Kansas Pacific Railway, the Denver Pacific Railroad, and the Centr...
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William Francis Bailey
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25. feb 2026
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015 - Engineer Reports 25.02.2026 13:00
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
014 - Paddy Miles' Ride 25.02.2026 5:48
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
013 - Nomenclature of the Union Pacific Railroad 25.02.2026 8:06
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
012 - The Central Pacific Railroad 25.02.2026 13:22
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
011 - History of the Line since its completion 25.02.2026 19:01
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
010 - The Denver-Cheyenne Line Denver Pacific Railroad 25.02.2026 10:03
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
009 - The Kansas Division Kansas Pacific Railway 25.02.2026 26:44
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
008 - Completion of the Line 25.02.2026 18:07
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
007 - The Builders 25.02.2026 23:51
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
006 - Indian Troubles During Construction 25.02.2026 22:28
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
005 - Progress Made 25.02.2026 30:12
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
004 - Commencement of the Work 25.02.2026 13:28
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
003 - Mostly Financial 25.02.2026 20:18
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
002 - The Proposition in Congress 25.02.2026 17:32
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
001 - The Project and the Projectors 25.02.2026 24:40
Step into the captivating saga of the Trans-Continental Railroad, where ambition meets innovation. This podcast explores the intricate planning and monumental construction that spanned decades, beginning with visionary proposals from the late 1700s aimed at connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific. Discover the groundbreaking ideas of 1819, which imagined steam-powered carriages traversing the natio...
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