Address on the Northwest (Classic Reprint): Before the American Geographical and Statistical Society; Delivered at New York, December 2, 1858: Before ... New York, December 2, 1858 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the vision for a continental highway to the Pacific
This historic address presents a practical look at the Northwest’s climate, geography, and vast potential for rail and water routes. It argues for a national, multi‑line railway strategy to connect Asia, Europe, and North America.

Delivered in 1858, the talk examines isothermal maps, passes, and settlements along proposed railroad corridors. It compares northern and southern routes, discusses port distances, and weighs the impact of geography on commerce and settlement. The author blends map‑based reasoning with on‑the‑ground observations to make a case for US leadership in continental transportation.

• Learn how climate and terrain influenced 19th‑century railroad planning and settlement potential.


• See the careful comparison of northern and southern routes to Puget Sound, the Atlantic, and beyond.


• Understand how distances to major ports shape ideas about national infrastructure.


• Discover early views on cross‑continent connections and the role of water routes in commerce.

Ideal for readers interested in American history, geography, and the origins of rail and river transportation in the Pacific Northwest.

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