The Seattle-Tacoma Interurban Railway

The Seattle-Tacoma Interurban Railway

The Seattle-Tacoma Interurban Railway

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The Seattle-Tacoma Interurban Railway

"A Journey Into the Past"

1996

0h 41m

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This rich, historical documentary captures the story of the high-speed, electric transit system that sparked the growth and development of Puget Sound's twin cities during the first quarter of the 20th century.

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Warren Wing

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Jay Hurwitz

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Keith Dahlgren

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