The Central Pacific Railroad, completed in 1869, stretched for over 3,000 kilometers, traversing the vast North American plains and the rugged terrain of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It began in Omaha, Nebraska, on the banks of the Missouri River, and extended westward to the state capital of Sacramento, California, facing the Pacific Ocean.
The most treacherous section of the route, crossing the Sierra Nevada Mountains, was primarily constructed by Chinese laborers. The completion of this railroad played a significant role in the economic development of the United States in the 19th century. However, despite the worldwide renown of this monumental undertaking, the builders behind it received little attention.
