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Kansan Topography in Coralville, Iowa, between 1895 and 1910

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Kansan topography, showing mature topography developed by erosional loess overlying Kansan drift in Coralville.
Courtesy of University of Iowa Libraries, Calvin, Samuel, between 1895 and 1910

Description

The photo features Kansan topography from the late 1890s or early 1900s. The image shows mature topography developed by erosional loess overlying Kansan drift in Coralville, Iowa.

Source-Dependent Question

  • The railroad surveyors, architects and engineers had to consider many different landforms in Iowa. What would be involved with planning and laying a railroad line in this area?

Citation Information

Calvin, Samuel, "Kansan topography, showing mature topography developed by erosional loess overlying Kansan drift; Coralville, Iowa, late 1890s or early 1900s," between 1895 and 1910. Courtesy of University of Iowa Libraries