järnvägsbyggandet
Järnvägsbyggandet refers to the construction of railways, a critical infrastructure development that transformed transportation and society. Historically, this process involved extensive planning, land acquisition, and a significant labor force. The initial stages of railway construction typically included surveying and mapping the intended route, considering geographical challenges such as mountains, rivers, and valleys. Engineers then designed the trackbed, bridges, tunnels, and stations.
The actual construction required immense physical effort. Earthworks were a major component, involving excavation and embankment
Laying the tracks involved placing sleepers (ties) and then the rails, which were often forged from iron