dec 28, 1917 - Railroad Administration Created
Description:
The U.S. Railroad Administration (USRA) was created in 1917, when President Woodrow Wilson nationalized the railroads during World War I to ensure efficient transportation of troops, equipment, and supplies. Under the control of the USRA, railroads were standardized in terms of equipment and procedures, which improved efficiency and coordination across the network during the war effort.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 28, 1917
Now
~ 108 years ago