Promontory Point, Utah - 1880

The first transcontinental railroad has been built! Finally, a giant step in the connection between the states.  This railroad was first known as the Pacific Railroad, but was later better known as the Overland Route.  This route served as an extremely vital link to the trading system, as well as commerce and travel.  I mean, we joined two halves of the country, how much better can it get!  We were also able to get rid of most of the slower and more hazardous stagecoach railways and wagon trails.  Now, the transcontinental railroad was in their place!  This new route was a much faster and safer way to travel from each end of our country.  Not to mention is was cheaper!