Isbn: 9780331618921 - navigation of tennessee river: report of the select committee of the senate to examine and report on the navigation of the tennessee river, december 13, 1905 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed analysis of the importance of improving the navigation of the Tennessee River to support national progress. The author contends that Tennessee's position within the Mississippi River watershed gives it great commercial and industrial significance, emphasizing its role as a central hub for agricultural and mineral wealth. The book argues that the Tennessee River, with its vast reach and numerous tributaries, has been neglected in favor of railroad development. It highlights the shortcomings of railroads in controlling transportation costs, which limits the prosperity of industries dependent on them. The author proposes that investing in waterway transportation would create a more equitable and cost-effective system, stimulating economic growth and competition. The author also discusses the historical context of American transportation, drawing parallels between the development of canals in Europe and the potential for the Tennessee River to play a similar role in the United States. The book concludes by emphasizing the author's belief that prioritizing the improvement of the Tennessee River's navigation is crucial for unlocking the full economic potential of the nation and ensuring a brighter future for its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…