The Paths of Inland Commerce; A Chronicle of Trail, Road, and Waterway by Hulbert

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Author Hulbert, Archer Butler, 1873-1933
Title The Paths of Inland Commerce; A Chronicle of Trail, Road, and Waterway
Note Chronicles of America series; v. 21
Summary "The Paths of Inland Commerce; A Chronicle of Trail, Road, and Waterway" by Archer B. Hulbert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the development of America's transportation infrastructure, focusing on the vital role that trails, roads, and waterways played in the country's expansion and commerce. Hulbert delves into the intricacies of early transportation methods and highlights the conflicts among various modes of transport, including pack-horse routes, river navigation, and the emerging railways. The opening of this work establishes a framework for understanding how transportation shaped the early Republic. It presents a vision of America as a burgeoning entity, exploring contradictions in reports of the land's potential and the logistical challenges it posed. The narrative prominently features George Washington, who, through his explorations, envisioned a unified nation interconnected by trade routes and waterways. Through Hulbert’s meticulous research, he sets the scene for a deep exploration of the evolving landscapes of American commerce and the pioneers who shaped it, hinting at the complex interplay of natural geography and human ambition that defined this transformative period in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
LoC Class HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications
Subject Transportation -- United States -- History
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EBook-No. 3098
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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