Jersey City rail and the industrial economy of New York harbor: Timothy White at TEDxJerseyCity

Although overlooked in most New York City histories, Jersey City, NJ, was absolutely vital to the economy of New York Harbor in the age of railroads. Historian Timothy R. White has begun extensive research on the economic contributions of this "Sixth Borough" in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this talk, he challenges his audience to think about Jersey City as an integral part of New York City's economic history.
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[@TrainsFerriesFeet]

I love trains, too, Tim. The ability to live a car-free existence by using HBLR, PATH and the subway every day is one reason I'm moving to Hudson County when I retire.

[@Cantastico]

Wonderful, Tim!!!

[@xon662]

HAHA love the Sheldon Cooper remark but yea I think we did spend 2 maybe even 3 weeks on trains but it was fitting for US history till 1865. Great job DR. White

[@andrewsinatra5145]

Dr. Richard Lenk would have loved this.