Statements (50)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
Railroad
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| gptkbp:acquisition |
gptkb:Charleston_and_Western_Carolina_Railway
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| gptkbp:collaboratedWith |
gptkb:Seaboard_Air_Line_Railroad
|
| gptkbp:founded |
1900
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| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:Jacksonville,_Florida
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| gptkbp:historicalPeriod |
Early 20th century to mid-20th century
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| gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
Major_player_in_the_development_of_the_southeastern_U.S._rail_network
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Atlantic Coast Line
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| gptkbp:keyPeople |
gptkb:Henry_B._Plant
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| gptkbp:notableTracks |
Florida_to_New_York
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| gptkbp:operatesIn |
gptkb:Southeastern_United_States
|
| gptkbp:passengerCapacity |
Numerous_stations_across_the_Southeast
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| gptkbp:previousName |
gptkb:Atlantic_Coast_Line_Railroad
|
| gptkbp:productionYears |
1900-1967
|
| gptkbp:railwayLine |
Blue and yellow
Passenger and freight operations Competition from automobiles and airlines Introduced new technologies in rail transport Recognized for contributions to rail transport. Collaborated with other railroads Some routes preserved as heritage railways Declined in the late 20th century Significant impact on regional economy Influenced modern rail transport in the region Expanded through acquisitions and mergers Collectible items related to the railroad Influenced other railroads in the region Thousands at peak operation Adopted modern technologies over time Annual events celebrating its history Generally good safety record during operation Impact on local ecosystems during expansion Known for reliability and service Some routes still in use today Strong community ties in operating regions Various historical societies and museums Numerous books and articles written about its history Influenced_Southern_culture_and_travel Major_hubs_in_Florida_and_Georgia Merged_into_Seaboard_Coast_Line_Railroad Rich_history_in_American_railroading |
| gptkbp:route |
Available online
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| gptkbp:services |
Passenger and freight services
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| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:CSX_Transportation
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| gptkbp:track |
Standard gauge
Featured in various artistic works and literature |
| gptkbp:training |
over 5,000 miles
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| gptkbp:trainTypes |
Class I railroad
Steam and diesel locomotives |
| gptkbp:transportation |
Intermodal and bulk freight
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