The Empire Builder: James J. Hill and The Great Northern Railway

A 4-part documentary series capturing the compelling story of James J. Hill and the Great Northern Railway.

Created By	Stephen Sadis Kyle Kegley
Status	Ended
Original Name	The Empire Builder: James J. Hill and The Great Northern Railway
First Air Date	September 30, 2022
Last Air Date	October 21, 2022
Seasons	1
Episodes	4
Episode Runtime	4h 5min
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	United States of America
Production Companies	Sadis Filmworks Great Northern Films
Networks	PBS

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Episode Four

Hill turn Seattle into an international port by opening up trade with Asia. Encouraged by Great Northern agents, immigrants from Europe, settle in Montana and North Dakota. Hill expands into Oregon, facing Harriman once again in "The Last of the Great Railroad Wars." Hill's son, Louis, takes the reins of the Great Northern and develops Glacier National Park. Hill backs environmental conservation and secures a loan to the Allies during World War I.

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