| Texas State Historical Association (TSHA)

Search Handbook Article

February 11, 1850

First railroad in Texas chartered

On this day in 1850, the Buffalo Bayou, Brazos and Colorado Railway was chartered, marking the beginning of the railroad age in Texas. The BBB&C was the first railroad to begin operating in the (more...)

No results found!

Riding Line - Texas State Historical Association

Comment/Contact Terms of Use Policy Agreement
Copyright © Texas State Historical Association
Published by the Texas State Historical Association, and distributed in partnership with the University of North Texas Sponsors
Site powered by Drupal, and developed by the MMDL @ UNT Libraries.

Search Handbook Article

Browse Articles

Portal to Texas History