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What sea transport division did Van Horne launch for the Canadian Pacific Railway?
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New York-London route
Sydney-Toronto route
Montreal-Paris route
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In 1891, Van Horne launched the sea transport division of the Canadian Pacific Railway, which inaugurated regular service between Vancouver and Hong Kong. This new route connected Canada with Asia and further expanded the company's reach.
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