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Galena & Chicago Union Railroad

The Galena & Chicago Union Railroad despite its name connects Chicago, Illinois to Freeport, Illinois. Incorporated in 1836, it was the first railroad west of Chicago.

Constructed started in March 1848 and was completed in 1853.

Parent to the Chicago and North Western Railroad, which was organized in 1859, it consolidated with and operated under the name of the Chicago and North Western in 1864.

ISBN 0393308731 examines the economic effects of the railroad (among other things).

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