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Pictorial - Grants-Milan (Images of America)

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Book Synopsis: Grants-Milan, New Mexico, is located on historic Route 66 between Albuquerque and Gallup. The Atlantic & Pacific Railroad hired three Grant brothers to establish Grant's Camp in 1882, including a post office and telegraph office. The railroad changed the way of travel, and the marketing of cattle, farm products, and timber created a number of booms for this little town. "Grant" was officially changed to "Grants" in 1935, and the village of Milan was established in 1957 by Salvador Milan. In 1946, he converted a sheep ranch to a truck farm, which resulted in Grants-Milan being designated the "Carrot Capital of the World." A uranium boom started in 1950 when the carrot boom busted. The uranium companies needed water and housing, while the auxiliary uranium businesses needed a place to operate, resulting in the village of Milan being incorporated since Grants refused to annex the original unincorporated Milan townsite.

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Step back in time with the Grants-Milan (Images of America) Book and discover the rich history of this charming New Mexico town. Located on the iconic Route 66, Grants-Milan has played a vital role in shaping the region and has a story like no other.

From its humble beginnings as Grant's Camp in 1882 to the bustling village it is today, Grants-Milan has undergone incredible transformations. Thanks to the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad, this town became a hub for travel and commerce. Cattle, farm products, and timber marked prosperous booms that put Grants-Milan on the map.

But it doesn't stop there. Grants-Milan has seen it all - from the official change of its name to the establishment of Milan by Salvador Milan. The transition from a sheep ranch to a truck farm turned Grants-Milan into the "Carrot Capital of the World" in 1946. This distinction attracted attention from all corners of the globe.

When the carrot boom eventually subsided, Grants-Milan embraced a new chapter with the uranium industry. The 1950 uranium boom became a defining moment for this town. With water, housing, and auxiliary businesses thriving alongside the uranium companies, the expanding village of Milan found its place in history while Grants remained unincorporated.

Get your hands on the Grants-Milan (Images of America) Book today and relive the captivating stories of a town that survived and flourished amidst changing times. Experience the pride of Grants-Milan and immerse yourself in the tales that shaped its identity. It's time to uncover the secrets and legacies of a place that has truly stood the test of time. Click here to order now.

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