Railroad: How many ceremonial Golden Spikes were there??
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That iconic moment when the Transcontinental Railroad was completed was marked by the placement of a Golden Spike. Turns out, there was more than one. And you'll never guess where the original is.
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The Transcontinental Railroad Was Completed On This Day In 1869
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Thousands gather for railroad's 150th anniversary
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May 10, 1869: Golden Spike Links Nation by Rail
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Golden Spike 150 ceremony: How Utah celebrated the
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The Race to Promontory: The Transcontinental RR and the American West - Societies/Museums/Tourist Railroads/Private Cars - On Track On Line Forums
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Where is the Last Spike?
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San Bernardino History & Railroad Museum - 1850-1879 - May 10
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Visiting Golden Spike National Historical Park - PhotoJeepers