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BUILDING THE IRON RAILS: LINK THAT UNITED AMERICA (G573)

G – History

Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building) | September 8, 2026-November 24, 2026

Tuesday: 9:00 AM-10:15 AM

This is a hybrid course. One section meets on site at the location listed; and one section meets online only.

Long debated, it was during the Civil War that the federal congress approved the letting of contracts to undertake this momentous construction enterprise. The transcontinental railroad would link east and west, and at the time would be the world’s largest infrastructure construction project. Construction began as the Civil War ended, and was completed in 1869. Built in a rush, the government paid by miles lain. It is story of courage, daring, great risks and overcoming significant engineering challenges.

This offering meets for a total of 11 session(s).

INSTRUCTOR: Ray Glick

GLICK, RAY — Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ohio State; owner of two private practices; graduate of Stanford University Executive Publishers program; recipient, Ohio State outstanding alumnus award. Thirty years’ experience in executive management positions, 3M, Johnson & Johnson, Boehringer, Thompson healthcare publishing.

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