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What type of railway was being constructed when Minot was founded?

  • Great Northern Railway

  • Transcontinental Railroad

  • Canadian Pacific Railway

  • Union Pacific Railroad

Answer

Minot was founded during the construction of James J. Hill's Great Northern Railway. This railway played a crucial role in the city's rapid growth and development, leading to its nickname, "Magic City."
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