In 1869, the Transcontinental Railroad was completed in the United States, connecting the eastern and western coasts of the country for the first time. This monumental achievement significantly transformed transportation, facilitating trade and migration, and contributing to the economic growth of the nation. The ceremonial joining of the rails at Promontory Summit, Utah, marked a pivotal moment in American history, symbolizing unity and progress.
The transcontinental railroad was completed.
1869
November 1869
They completed the Suez Canal.
between 1863 and 1869
They completed the Suez Canal.
on 1869
Andrew Johnson was president when the transcontinental railroad was started. It was completed in 1869 when U.S. Grant was president.
The first Transcontinental Railroad across the United States was completed at Promontory Summit, Utah Territory on May 10, 1869.
It was completed in 1869 (begun about 1865, but that's not exact).
Promontary Point, Utah
This railroad opened on May 10, 1869 at Promontory Summit, Utah with the ceremonial driving of the golden spike.1869