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Transportation in Chicago

Encyclopedia of Chicago - RailroadsThis article gives an overview of the growth and importance of railroads in Chicago.  Use the links or go to a search engine and use the names of the important railroad companies as search terms to learn more.
Chicago Transit & RailfanA treasuretrove of information about Chicago passenger railroads, past and present by Bill Vandervoort, a man who loves trains.
Belt Railway Company of ChicagoChicago is the freigh hub of the nation.  This site explains why.
Chicago "L".orgHere is a detailed history of the "L" system, from 1888 to the present.
Chicago Bus.orgA brief history of Chicago's surface lines, from the mid-1800's.
Chicago O'Hare HistorySee the "Airport History" link at the bottom of the page for a quick overview of the development of O'Hare Airport.
History of Midway AirportMiday Airport from its beginnings in the 1920's to the present.


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