Which event increased interest in a railroad route to California?

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Savannah Richardson

2 June, 14:24

Which event increased interest in a railroad route to California?

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Kristina Fitzpatrick · Answer 1

There were a number of events that increased interest in a route to California. The most important one was the acquisition of California in the Mexican-American War. The Civil War added urgency to the transcontinental Railroad, which was also very important as well.