Sackville:
A visual Snapshot

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Railway Bridge

The image depicts a train crossing the railway bridge over the Tantramar River near Sackville, New Brunswick, 1927.

The Railway Bridge, visible from Trans-Canada Highway 2, is a significant landmark of Tantramar area.

The development of railway lines and the coming of Intercontinental Railway in 1876 had a far reaching impact on the economy of Tantramar area.

There was a rapid expansion and miles of tracks were added to connect various centres, such as, Moncton, and Saint John.

For more information read the article, 'The Politics of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Railway'.

CREDITS

Image Source: Mt. Allison University Archives – 8500/127

Image of a train crossing the railway bridge over the Tantramar River near Sackville, New Brunswick in 1927.