Construction of Imperial Rail System (579-678) (jun 1, 579 – feb 1, 678)
Description:
Starting in the summer of year 579, the imperial rail system is constructed. The purpose of the rail system was to satisfy the growing demands of a bloated imperial heartland by facilitating the rapid transport of slaves, resources, and information. The rail system spans throughout the empire, and unimaginable amounts of wealth and human lives are poured into the project. The imperial treasury never fully recovers from the expenses. Construction only finishes 99 years later, in 678.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 1, 579
feb 1, 678
~ 98 years