9781025670188 - freighters of fortune: the story of the great lakes von beasley, norman (3 Ergebnisse)
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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Freighters of Fortune; The Story of the Great Lakes' provides a detailed historical account of the maritime evolution and industrial significance of the Great Lakes. This work explores the pivotal role these inland seas played in the economic development of North America, tracing the progres…sion of shipping from early sailing vessels to the era of the massive steel freighters. Norman Beasley details the rise of the iron and coal trades, the construction of the canals, and the innovative engineering that made the lakes a primary artery for global commerce.The narrative is rich with the stories of the pioneers, entrepreneurs, and sailors who braved the treacherous waters of the lakes to build a maritime empire. It examines the strategic importance of ports like Duluth, Chicago, and Buffalo, and how the shipping industry fueled the industrialization of the surrounding states and provinces. 'Freighters of Fortune' is both a tribute to the human spirit of enterprise and a vital record of the ships that have navigated these waters for centuries, making it an essential read for those interested in maritime history and the heritage of the Great Lakes region.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
