The American Industrial Revolution was fueled by coal and getting the fuel to the centers of industry relied on canal boats, railroads, and the gravity railroad. The Gravity Railroad transported coal from the mines in Lackawanna County to the distribution centers in Hawley and Honesdale, where the black shiny rocks were transferred to canal boats and rail cars for transportation to New York City. This transportation network was the lifeblood of early industry. It also started the Amusement Park industry as people climbed into the gravity rail cars for the thrill of rushing down the mountain side. It didn't take long for someone to realize the entertainment value of the gravity railroad and the American roller coaster was born.

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