The Barge Canal System: Being Constructed By The State Of New York (1915)

By Frank M. Williams

Book Overview

The Barge Canal System: Being Constructed By The State Of New York (1915) is a historical book written by Frank M. Williams. The book provides a comprehensive description of the construction of the barge canal system in the state of New York during the early 20th century. The barge canal system was a significant project that aimed to connect the Great Lakes and the Hudson River, making it easier to transport goods across New York State. The book covers the planning, design, and construction of the canal system, including the challenges faced by engineers and workers during the project. It also provides a detailed account of the economic and social impact of the barge canal system on the state of New York. The book is a valuable resource for historians, engineers, and anyone interested in the history of transportation infrastructure in the United States.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: 1120727472
• ISBN13: 9781120727473
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"