BHP Tramways Centenary History

Fascinating history of the BHP tramway that connects the mines in Iron Knob, Australia with the port of Whyalla. Provides background on early mining operations, the construction of the railway, its expansion as silver mining gave way to iron, lead and zinc, the changes from steam to electric and diesel, and the development of the steel industry in Whyalla. Illustrated throughout with black and white and some color photos. With maps, track diagrams, equipment rosters, equipment diagrams, and bibliography. 88 pages.