Forty years of BAM: The railway that conquered Siberia’s wilderness

Forty years of BAM: The railway that conquered Siberia’s wilderness The Baikal-Amur Mainline (BAM) was completed on October 27, 1984, and stands as a monumental feat of Soviet engineering and resilience. Stretching over 4,300 kilometers from Siberia’s heart to the Pacific, BAM connected remote regions, resources, and industries. Built by over two million Soviet workers who faced extreme conditions, BAM overcame challenges from permafrost to vast rivers and mountain ranges. Today, it remains a crucial artery for Russia’s economy, supporting Siberia’s key industries and embodying a lasting legacy of endurance and vision. Subscribe to [club80289214|@SputnikInt] Source: Sputnik International