Key West Extension (1912)

By Florida East Coast Railway

Book Overview

Key West Extension is a historical book written by Florida East Coast Railway in 1912. The book provides a detailed account of the construction of the Key West Extension, a railway line that connected mainland Florida to the island of Key West. The book describes the challenges faced by the engineers and workers who built the railway line, including the difficult terrain, hurricanes, and other natural disasters.The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that depict the construction process, as well as the completed railway line. The photographs show the workers, machinery, and equipment used in the construction, as well as the stunning landscapes and scenery of the Florida Keys.In addition to the construction process, the book also provides information about the economic and social impact of the railway line on the region. It describes how the railway line opened up new opportunities for trade, tourism, and development in the Florida Keys, and how it transformed the region into a major transportation hub.Overall, Key West Extension is a fascinating historical account of one of the most significant engineering feats of the early 20th century. It provides a unique glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of the engineers and workers who built the railway line, as well as the impact it had on the region and the people who lived there.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166558010
• ISBN13: 9781166558017
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"