The global rail revival

Railroads have lost favor in the US since WWII, but congested highways, air pollution and land shortage may bring about a railroad revival. Recent efforts to build high-speed railroads are discussed.

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Published in:Society (New Brunswick) 1994-07, Vol.31 (5), p.51-56
Main Author: Lowe, Marcia D
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Area planning & development
Foreign Affairs
Infrastructure
Railroads
Railway transport
United States
Urban transport
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Summary:Railroads have lost favor in the US since WWII, but congested highways, air pollution and land shortage may bring about a railroad revival. Recent efforts to build high-speed railroads are discussed.
ISSN:0147-2011
1936-4725
DOI:10.1007/BF02693262