Borders Quote by John Moody
“The States which form the northern border of the United States westward from the Great Lakes to the Pacific coast include an area several times larger than France and could contain ten Englands and still have room to spare.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Moody’s Manual of Railroads, 1905
The northern US border area is vast, far exceeding the size of France or England.
In simple terms: Northern US border is huge.
Recognize the scale of the region for planning and policy.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- infrastructure development
- environmental management
- regional trade
- defense strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this region’s size affect economic development?
- What challenges arise from managing such a large area?
Size alone doesn't dictate importance; strategic value matters more.