The Conductor and Brakeman; Volume 2

The Conductor and Brakeman; Volume 2

Order Of Railway Conductors And Brakemen

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Historia de América
ISBN:
9781145466753
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The Conductor and Brakeman, Volume 2 offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of nineteenth-century American railroading. Compiled by the Order of Railway Conductors and Brakemen, this volume provides insights into the lives, work, and concerns of the men who built and operated the nation’s expanding railway network. Through articles, reports, and personal accounts, the book sheds light on the challenges faced by conductors and brakemen, including the dangers of the job, the importance of safety regulations, and the ongoing struggle for fair wages and improved working conditions. This historical record is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation, labor, and the American West. It offers a unique perspective on the human side of the railroad industry during a pivotal era in its development.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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