Power Plays Unveiled
Thomas orchestrates a clever yet questionable scheme to fund the Union Pacific, leveraging his influence and connections. As stockholders gather to elect leadership, he positions himself behind the scenes, ensuring that his chosen president will not disrupt his control. With the company now alive, he faces new challenges, including securing the eastern terminus and additional funding for the ambitious transcontinental railroad project.In this clip
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84: Transcontinental Railroad (pt 2): Dr. Thomas Durant, The Union Pacific & “Hell on Wheels”
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