Gulf and Ship Island Railroad
The Gulf and Ship Island Railroad (G&SI) was constructed in the state of Mississippi, USA, at the turn of the 20th century to open a vast expanse of southern yellow pine forests for commercial harvest. In spite of economic uncertainty, entrepreneurs William H. Hardy and Joseph T. Jones successfully completed railroad construction. The railroad resulted in the development of a seaport and expansion of cities along its route.
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Gulfport, Mississippi |
| Reporting mark | GSI |
| Locale | Mississippi |
| Dates of operation | 1882–1925 |
| Successor | Illinois Central Railroad |
| Technical | |
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge |
| Length | 308 miles (496 km) |
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