Grenville M. Dodge was one of the most important figures in the development of the American West, playing a key role in the construction of the transcontinental railroad and the settlement of the Great Plains. In this biography, readers will learn about Dodge's life and career, including his experiences as a Civil War general and his later work as a businessman and politician. With detailed research and engaging writing, this book offers a fascinating look into the life of one of America's most important and influential figures. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.