Properties (118)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
railway station
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| gptkbp:acquisition |
1989
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| gptkbp:collaboratedWith |
gptkb:Chicago_and_North_Western_Railway
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| gptkbp:culturalHeritage |
Publicly traded company.
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| gptkbp:debutYear |
1995
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| gptkbp:dissolved |
1995
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| gptkbp:founded |
1854
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| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:Chicago,_Illinois
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| gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
Key_player_in_the_growth_of_Chicago.
Played_a_key_role_in_the_development_of_rail_transport_in_the_Midwest. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Northwestern Railway
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| gptkbp:keyPeople |
gptkb:Charles_H._Tweed
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| gptkbp:legacy |
Influenced future railway developments.
Influenced_the_development_of_rail_transport_in_the_Midwest. |
| gptkbp:notablePerson |
gptkb:William_B._Ogden
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| gptkbp:operatesIn |
gptkb:United_States
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| gptkbp:operationalStatus |
Defunct
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| gptkbp:originalPurpose |
4 ft 8 1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge
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| gptkbp:passengerCapacity |
Discontinued_in_the_1960s.
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| gptkbp:predecessor |
gptkb:Galena_and_Chicago_Union_Railroad
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| gptkbp:railwayLine |
gptkb:Chicago_Union_Station
gptkb:Northwestern_Line Engaged with local communities. Included bridges and tunnels. Subject of various historical studies. Celebrated significant anniversaries. Legacy continues in modern railroads. Part of the expansion of railroads in the 19th century. Efforts to preserve its history. Collectible items related to its history. Connected to several major cities. Faced competition from other railroads. Formed partnerships with other railroads. Introduced innovations in rail transport. Adopted new technologies over time. Faced competition from other transport modes. Historical tours available. Implemented safety measures. Influenced future rail policies. Legacy continues in modern rail transport. Subject to federal regulations. Educational programs about its history. Featured in railroad museums. Documented in historical records. Collaborated with other railroads. Known for reliability. Some routes preserved as heritage railways. Extensive historical records available. Exhibits in museums. Plans for future developments. Employed thousands at its peak. Numerous publications about its history. Adopted advanced technologies for its time. Affected local economies. Collectible items from its operation. Considered in environmental assessments. Considered sustainability in operations. Contributed to local communities. Covered in books and articles. Detailed financial history available. Economic downturns affected operations. Economic downturns and competition. Expanded rapidly in the late 1800s. Expanded rapidly in the late 19th century. Handled crises effectively. Host of historical reenactments. Hosted events related to rail history. Influenced future railway policies. Influenced local communities. Introduced new technologies in rail transport. Led by notable figures. Made strategic decisions for growth. Maintained a good safety record. Maintained good public relations. Merged with other railroads to expand. Numerous stations along its route. Owned by various investors. Passenger and freight transport. Provided critical transport routes. Provided educational resources. Publicly traded on stock markets. Rich corporate history. Significantly impacted regional economies. Subject of various research studies. Supported local initiatives. UIC 1 Recognized for its contributions to rail transport. Connected_to_major_cities_in_the_Midwest. Part_of_the_expansion_of_railroads_in_the_Midwest. Part_of_the_history_of_American_railroads. Culturally_significant_in_the_Midwest. Historically_significant_in_American_rail_history. Influenced_culture_and_society_in_the_Midwest. Influenced_economic_growth_in_the_Midwest. Merged_into_Union_Pacific_in_1995. NWR Part_of_American_railroad_culture. Part_of_the_larger_Chicago_rail_network. Served_numerous_stations_across_the_Midwest. |
| gptkbp:route |
Available online.
Available in historical archives. 1,000 miles (1,600 km) Chicago_to_the_Mississippi_River |
| gptkbp:serviceArea |
gptkb:Midwest_region_of_the_United_States
gptkb:Midwest_United_States |
| gptkbp:serviceType |
Passenger and freight services.
Intercity_rail_service |
| gptkbp:significantEvent |
gptkb:Acquisition_of_the_Chicago_and_North_Western_Railway
Consolidation in 1864 |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Union_Pacific_Railroad
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| gptkbp:track |
Inspiration for artists.
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| gptkbp:training |
1,200 miles (1,900 km)
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| gptkbp:trainServices |
Participated in local events.
Established partnerships with other companies. |
| gptkbp:trainTypes |
Class I railroad
Steam locomotives. |
| gptkbp:transportation |
Continued until the 1990s.
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| gptkbp:type |
Freight and passenger railway
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