31 Colorado Denver Grande Railroad vintage historic antique map poster print

Description: Denver and Rio Grande Railway The mineral boom lasted for decades during the late 19th century. In the midst of all the mining activity, the Denver railway line was born. It gets its name from the fact that it set off from Denver and headed north through Platte Canyon ultimately terminating after Frisco and Climax in the tiny town of Leadville. The line was started in 1873 after the people of Arapaho County granted a $300,000 bond in order for railway development to begin. Both companies provided service in and around the area, yet the story of these two cutting across Colorado is filled with competition, struggle, and mutual compromise. The town of Leadville was a Pivot point of sorts as a mining boom led to a race to lay track quick in that area. At that time, Rio Grande Western Railroad was a part of the railway industry mix, and they, as well as Denver, had a lot to gain by having providing service to Leadville. However, in an effort to prevent those companies from laying track through the town, Jay Gould, a leading American railroad developer and speculator, pressured both corporations to strike a deal calling it the â€œJoint Operation Agreementâ€� of October 1, 1879. Essentially it provided that both companies could use the track north and south leading to and from Leadville, yet Denver would lay track North, and Rio Grande Western would lay track south from the city. In the end, both companies would benefit by being able to use the track laid by the other company, and Gould would be the ultimate winner as a speculator with more westward development of the railroad.â€¨â€¨This map highlights some of the early development and connections that these railway companies had to offer. A fascinating part of history that was integral at the time. The photographic image is EASY TO FRAME at 11x17" and is bursting with all the color and character of the original painting. It is easy to read and suitable for the office or living room. Maps make great gifts and memories! Due to nature of our product line the exact sizes may vary!

Price: 56.99 USD

Location: Columbia Falls, Montana

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31 Colorado Denver Grande Railroad vintage historic antique map poster print

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Brand: "Handmade"

Type: Poster

Subject: Abstract Art

Theme: Map Art

Style: Historical

Features: Unframed, Lay into Frame & Enjoy, Home Wall Decor, Great Gift, 100% Original Design by Professional Map Maker, Hand Painted Available, UV Resistant Ink, Printed on Archival Acid Free Matte Paper

Material: Acid Free Matte Paper, UV Resistant Inks, Full Bleed Tea Stain, Archival Print, Giclee Print

Character Family: None

Room: Any Room, Bathroom, Bedroom, Caravan, Cloakroom, Closet, Den, Dining Room, Entryway, Foyer, Greenhouse, Guestroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Lounge, Office, Study, Sunroom, Utility/Laundry Room, Workshop

Color: Multi with sepia

Character: Historic Map Art

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Origin: United States

Department: Unisex Kids, Teens, Adult

MPN: Does Not Apply

Pattern: Historic Map Art

Number in Pack: 1

Production Technique: GiclÃ©e Printl acid free matte paper, UV resistant inks will prevent yellowing or fading

Year of Production: Made After Order

Culture: Historic Map Art

Artist: Lisa Middleton