BHoP#267 Paradigms: The Transcontinental Railroad

from A Brief History of Power · host Dr. Adam Koontz and Rev. Jonathan Fisk

Dr Adam Koontz and Col Willie Grills talk about the Transcontinental Railroad, its effects on transportation and communication, how the American Civil War factored into its creation, the people who laid it down, the scandals and corruption involved, and how cooperation between government and corporations enabled it. Visit our website - A Brief History of Power Many thanks to our sponsors - Direct E-Care and Mission of the Cross, Crosslake MN, (Website, Facebook) Dr Koontz - Redeemer Lutheran Church Pr. Willie Grills - Zion Lutheran Church Music thanks to Verny

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