As a growing city on Lake Erie, Buffalo was considered the second
largest railroad hub in the Unites States. Given its location, it saw
the effects of westward expansion as the country grew and greatly
benefited as a result. Buffalo rapidly became a city of importance as
the stockyards, grain, steel, automotive, and other industries began to
establish themselves in the area. Drawn by vast amounts of freshwater,
inexpensive hydropower, and excellent means of transportation, the
Buffalo region grew, and with it, the railroads expanded to support the
area and help a young nation prosper. Buffalo earned the name of the
Queen City as it became the second-largest city in the state of New
York, and it was the railroad that brought the city to prominence. |
