The book ""War History of American Railroads: Economic and Social History of the World War"" written by Hines and Walker Downer is a comprehensive account of the role played by American railroads in World War I. The book delves into the economic and social history of the war and explores how American railroads were instrumental in the transportation of troops, supplies, and equipment to the front lines.The authors provide a detailed analysis of the impact of the war on the American railroad industry, including the changes in management, labor relations, and government regulation. The book also examines the impact of the war on the American economy, including the role of railroads in the war effort and their contribution to the post-war economic boom.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the war and the role of American railroads in it. The authors use a combination of primary and secondary sources to provide a detailed and nuanced account of the war and its impact on American railroads.Overall, ""War History of American Railroads: Economic and Social History of the World War"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American railroads, World War I, or the economic and social history of the early 20th century. The book provides a unique perspective on the war and the role of American railroads in it, and is a must-read for anyone interested in this fascinating period of history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.