What major railway project was Alfred Escher instrumental in developing?
Bernina Railway
Gotthard Railway
Rhaetian Railway
Jungfrau Railway
Answer
Alfred Escher played a key role in the development of the Gotthard Railway, a major railway project that connected northern and southern Switzerland through the Gotthard Tunnel. The project was completed in 1882 and significantly improved transportation and trade within the country.
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