First Transcontinental Railroad, Western Base of the Sierra!

Apr 4Feb 28 Bill

First Transcontinental Railroad - Western Base of the Sierra

Landmark #780-8

Sacramento County

Visited: April 4, 2015

Plaque? YES! 🙂

What is it?	A plaque on the ground at Haggin Oaks Golf Course!
What makes it historical?	THE GUIDE SAYS: On January 12, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln decreed that the western base of the Sierra Nevada began where the Central Pacific Railroad crossed Arcade Creek. The hardships of railroad construction through mountains resulted in increased government subsidies that gave the company impetus to finish the transcontinental railroad. OTHER TIDBITS: The Transcontinental Railroad was Mr. Lincoln’s dream, after all! His goal in promoting it was to build a stronger East-West link to overcome the North-South divides and strengthen the Union! Unfortunately, he never lived to see it completed, though it did exactly as he hoped!
How can I Help the Helpers?	HERE’S HOW: Become a member of the Sacramento County Historical Society! Become a member of E Clampus Vitus, New Helvetia Chapter! Be a responsible visitor! Please respect the signs and pathways, and treat all structures and artifacts with respect. They’ve endured a lot to survive into the present. They’ll need our help to make it into the future!
Where is this place?	LISTED DIRECTIONS: Haggin Oaks Municipal Golf Course N side of clubhouse 3645 Fulton Ave Sacramento, CA 95821 ANNOTATIONS: When you walk toward the main building, turn right, and you’ll notice a small kiosk at the edge of the putting green. The plaque is to the left, on the ground! From Los Angeles: ~393mi (633km) — 6.6hrs From Sacramento: ~8mi (13km) — 0.2hrs From San Diego: ~512mi (824km) — 8.6hrs From San Francisco: ~96mi (155km) — 1.6hrs
When should I go?	Whenever the mood strikes you!

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