Lake Region

Bridgton, Harrison, Otisfield, Waterford, and Bridgton and Saco River Railroad

Autori

• Diane Barnes
• Jack Barnes

Parametri

Pagine

130pagine

Tempo di lettura

5ore

• Geografia & Topografia
• Mappe e viaggi
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The narrative explores Maine's Lake Region, highlighting its intricate network of lakes and waterways that shaped its identity. It recounts the adventurous journeys of early settlers navigating the Presumpscot River and Songo River to reach Sebago Lake and beyond. The establishment of the Cumberland & Oxford Canal in 1830 and the arrival of the Portland & Ogdensburg Railroad in 1870 marked significant developments, leading to the vibrant steamboat era and enhancing the region's connectivity to the outside world through the Bridgton and Saco River Railroad.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2003

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