“The operating management, providing as it does for the care of near thirty thousand miles of railway, is far more important than that for construction in which there is comparatively little doing.”
Quote by John B. Jervis
Work
A TREATISE ON THE CONSTRUCTION AND MANAGEMENT OF RAILWAYS
This book delves into the technical and logistical aspects of railway construction and management, offering insights into the design, engineering, and administrative challenges involved in establishing and maintaining railway networks. more
Author
John B. Jervis
John B. Jervis was an outstanding civil engineer who made significant contributions during the American Industrial Revolution. His career spanned various fields such as bridge, canal, and railway engineering, and his design philosophy and technological innovations had a profound impact on engineers to come. more
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