A History of Railroads in Western New York


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A History of Railroads in Western New York It has happened over and over again in human history -- a new technology struggles to gain acceptance, even as people stubbornly cling to the services it replaces.

The Erie Canal had opened for its full length in 1825, and dotted along its length were towns made prosperous by its proximity. Western New York was now a short journey away from the nation's largest port in New York City, and the goods -- and the money -- were now flowing westward into America's interior.

But a new technology was coming, cutting its own path west. And it didn't require a waterway. Tracks were being laid across the entire country, and Western New York was no exception. But powerful interests who had their fortunes tied up in the canal once called "Clinton's Ditch" now fought to hold on to their monopoly.

A History of Railroads in Western New York chronicles the inevitable rise of the railroad from a disconnected and often incompatible patchwork into a smoothly run network of rails. The strong back to carry the fruits of Western New York's industry had been found.

Author Edward T. Dunn holds a doctorate in history, and teaches at Canisius College, including courses on his subject of choice, the railroad.

ISBN: 0-9671480-3-0
$25.00