Theodore Judah

Theodore Dehone Judah (March 4, 1826 – November 2, 1863) was an American civil engineer who was a central figure in the original promotion, establishment, and design of the First transcontinental railroad. He found investors for what became the Central Pacific Railroad (CPRR). As chief engineer, he performed much of the route survey work to determine the best alignment for the railroad over the Sierra Nevada, which was completed six years after his death.

Theodore Judah
T.D. Judah, c. 1862, age 36
Born
Theodore Dehone Judah

(1826-03-04)March 4, 1826
DiedNovember 2, 1863(1863-11-02) (aged 37)
New York City, US
EducationRensselaer Institute in 1837
OccupationCivil engineer
EmployerCentral Pacific Railroad
Known forrailroad pioneer
TitleChief Engineer, CPRR
SpouseAnna Pierce Judah
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