Correct Map of Dakota compiled from United States and Territorial surveys 1882 published for the Chicago & North-Western Railway by Rand, McNally & Co.
The Dakota Territory was sparsely populated before the arrival of the railroads.
Dakota Territory was officially split into North Dakota and South Dakota in 1889 with the Enabling Act of 1889. This allowed for ratification of state constitutions, newly elected officers and statehood.
An inset map at the top shows the extent of the Chicago & North-Western Railway and its extentions.
The Dakota Territory was sparsely populated before the arrival of the railroads.
Dakota Territory was officially split into North Dakota and South Dakota in 1889 with the Enabling Act of 1889. This allowed for ratification of state constitutions, newly elected officers and statehood.
An inset map at the top shows the extent of the Chicago & North-Western Railway and its extentions.
