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Gulf and Ship Island Railroad
Overview
HeadquartersGulfport, Mississippi
Reporting markGSI[1]
LocaleMississippi
Dates of operation1882–1925[2]
SuccessorIllinois Central Railroad
Technical
Track gauge4 ft 8+12 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge
Length308 miles (496 km)[2]
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Map of the Gulf & Ship Island Railroad

The Gulf and Ship Island Railroad (G&SI) was constructed in the state of Mississippi, USA, at the turn of the 20th century to open a vast expanse of southern yellow pine forests for commercial harvest. In spite of economic uncertainty, entrepreneurs William H. Hardy and Joseph T. Jones successfully completed railroad construction. The railroad resulted in the development of a seaport and expansion of cities along its route.

  1. ^ Railroad company abbreviations (reporting marks, carrier alpha codes) as used in the CTA Railroad Network for carriers, operators, and track owners Retrieved 2017-01-07.
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