Railroad Development in Texas

Railroad Development in Texas

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Emma Peterson

History, Geography, Social Studies

5th - 8th Grade

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In the 1800s, Texans eagerly awaited railroads to improve travel. Initial attempts in the 1830s failed, but by 1851, construction began, and by 1865, 500 miles of track connected key cities. This spurred population growth, with towns like Dallas and Austin expanding rapidly. In 1876, the state offered land incentives, leading to 2,500 miles of track by 1879. By 1900, Texas had nearly 10,000 miles of track. However, railroads negatively impacted Native Americans and the environment, as tracks crossed their lands and buffalo were slaughtered.

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What was the primary reason Texas residents were eager for railroads in the 1800s?

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By 1865, how many miles of railroad track had been built in Texas?

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Which city experienced a population boom from 800 to over 7,000 people by 1873 due to the railroads?

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What incentive did the Texas state government offer to railroad companies in 1876?

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By 1879, how many miles of railroad track existed in Texas?

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Which new town emerged along the railroad routes as they expanded westward?

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What was the purpose of the special committee created in 1891?

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By 1900, how many miles of railroad track were there in Texas?

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How did the expansion of railroads negatively impact Native American communities?

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What environmental impact did the railroad companies have during their expansion?

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