The Ties That Bind a Nation: Union Pacific September 19, 2017 The Ties That Bind a Nation: Union Pacific Ben Jones Thank you for the opportunity to visit with you about a company with a rich American history and an even brighter future: Union Pacific. Union Pacific was critical to our young nation’s growth and development, connecting the nation with the first transcontinental railroad. Today, we provide freight transportation that helps American businesses compete in the global marketplace. Sr. Director of Policy and Partnerships
Lincoln Signs Pacific Railroad Act in 1862
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