Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1993
Ten Mile Day
Can a crew lay ten miles of track in one day for $10,000?
40 pages· 1,771 words· Est. 20 min read
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Summary: On May 10, 1869, at Promontory Summit, Utah, a daring challenge unfolds. Charles Crocker bets $10,000 on his crew's ability to lay ten miles of track in a single day. As the final spike of the transcontinental railroad nears, the workers face a monumental task. Will they achieve this world record feat, or will the pressure derail their efforts? Experience the tension and triumph of a pivotal moment in American history, where every spike counts and the stakes are sky-high.


