Join the European immigrants as they mine The Black Rock That Built America and witness another side of American history and heritage.

Author Gerald McKerns recognizes the role of thousands of European immigrants from whose backs and shoulders the great American nation was built. They toiled and endured the arduous and grueling task of mining --- extracting anthracite coal from the earth to fuel the steel-making industry, railroad construction, factory operation, etc. --- in order to earn their place in the country. They triggered and pushed America’s transformation from a once rural nation to the world’s greatest industrial country it is now.

In this informative and compelling historical work, McKerns also explores the importance of anthracite coal mining technology to the country --- its contribution in the past, present, and more so for the future.

Truly, this well-researched work is a valuable read for everyone!