Railroads in Peru: How Important Were They?

This paper analyzes the evolution and main features of the railway system of Peru in the 19th and early 20th centuries. From mid-19th century railroads were considered a promise for achieving progress. Several railroads were then built in Peru, especially in 1850-75 and in 1910-30. With the construc...

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Main Author: Luis Felipe Zegarra
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidad de los Andes (Bogotá) 2011-12-01
Series:Desarrollo y Sociedad
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Online Access:http://economia.uniandes.edu.co/revistadys/68/07_Railroads_Peru.pdf