The Transcontinental Railroad By Manuel Cardenas 4394652 American Military University HIST101 American History to 1877

The Transcontinental Railroad By Manuel Cardenas 4394652 American Military University HIST101 American History to 1877 During the Industrial Revolution, many factors contributed to the rapid expansion of the West. Even though there were several constructive results from inventions, there were also serious consequences. The improvements made were great but they came with substantial economic and political costs. One of these great improvements was the construction of the railroad. This helped many Americans to travel west in a week instead of six months.