Private company
Oakland Railroad Company
The Oakland Railroad Company operated the first horsecar railroad in Oakland, California. The company was incorporated in 1864 to offer transportation for students of private schools on Academy Hill (later known as Pill Hill).2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
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The Oakland Railroad Company operated the first horsecar railroad in Oakland, California. The company was incorporated in 1864 to offer transportation for students of private schools on Academy Hill (later known as Pill Hill).2
Acquisitions
- Succeeded by Key System1
Links
- WikipediaOakland Railroad Company
- WikidataQ48812506
Sources
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- 3Wikimedia CommonsOakland Railroad Company photo by Michaeldmanning, CC BY-SA 4.0