History of Transportation in Georgia

What were some of the main challenges of travel in Georgia during the early 1800s?

• Lack of reliable maps and guides.

• Frequent bandit attacks and unsafe routes.

• Poor road conditions and unreliable river levels.

• Limited availability of horses and wagons.

When did reliable railroad transportation first arrive in Georgia?

• 1799

• 1815

• 1835

• 1850

Why was the city of Savannah concerned about the railroad constructed from Charleston to Hamburg, South Carolina?

• It feared a decrease in population.

• It worried about losing freight traffic on the Savannah River.

• It anticipated increased competition for passenger travel.

• It was concerned about the environmental impact of the railroad.

What were some of the characteristics of early passenger trains?

• They were fast, safe, and air-conditioned.

• They were quiet, smooth, and had glass windows.

• They were belching, noisy, scary, and lacked glass in windows.

• They were pulled exclusively by horses for safety.

What was the original name of the city of Atlanta?

• Augusta

• Marthasville

• Terminus

• Thomson