Why did it take until the 1860s to build a transcontinental railroad?
A) The needed land was designated as Indian territory.
B) There was a shortage of workers.
C) The federal government refused to provide land grants for railroad companies.
D) Bankers were not willing to back such a risky investment.
E) Sectional quarrels developed over the route to be taken.
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