What engineering projects was Meade involved in before the Civil War?
Building Railroads
Irrigation systems
Lighthouses
Dams
Answer
Prior to the Civil War, George Meade's engineering expertise was primarily utilized in the construction and maintenance of lighthouses. His notable contributions involved designing and overseeing the construction of several lighthouses along the East Coast of the United States, particularly in the Chesapeake Bay region.
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