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Title

Map of the United States Exhibiting the Grants of Lands Made by the General Government to Aid in the Construction of Railroads and Wagon Roads, 1878

Creator

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Johnson's Bibliographic Reference

1878-72

Source Document Title

Report on the lands of the arid region of the United States, with a more detailed account of the lands of Utah. With maps. By J. W. Powell

Creation Date

1878

Description

Department of the Interior, U.S. Geographical and Geological Survey of the Rocky Mountain Region, J.W. Powell in charge.

This map shows grants given by the U.S. government to railroads and roads for wagons. It identifies specific railroad lines, such as the Kansas Pacific Railroad, and the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad. Wagon roads could run alongside railroads; these routes could run along traditional trails.