A Short Account of the Plant and Operations of the British Columbia Electric

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

1528115066 / 9781528115063

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Print on Demand. This book provides a historic account of the origins and operations of the British Columbia Electric Railway Company, Ltd. and the Vancouver Power Company. Set against the backdrop of unprecedented electrical engineering development, this book is a testament to the vision and ingenuity that has shaped a foundational element of Vancouver's infrastructure. The author traces the evolution of the company from its inception as a small-scale lighting provider to a major force in urban transportation and industrial development. This book sheds light on the engineering marvels of the era, including the construction of the longest purely hydroelectric tunnel in the world and the installation of some of the largest electrical generators of their time. Beyond its historical value, this book offers insights into the transformative impact of electricity on society. It explores how the electrification of transportation, industry, and everyday life has shaped the development of Vancouver and its surrounding areas. The book also highlights the foresight of those who recognized the potential of hydroelectric power and invested in its development, laying the groundwork for a sustainable future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…

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Title
A Short Account of the Plant and Operations of the British Columbia Electric
Author
British Columbia Electric Railway Co
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2024
Condition
New
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print-on-demand item
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Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
1528115066
ISBN 13
9781528115063
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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