Some years were required to overcome these obstacles. In the 1860s, the American Civil War, and rebuilding afterwards, consumed much of the resources of the United States and further delayed construction. A meeting of the Commissioners of the company took place on April 5, 1864, as planning did not stop altogether, even during the war.
A considerable amount of time was needed to overcome these challenges. During the 1860s, the American Civil War and subsequent rebuilding consumed much of the United States' resources, further delaying construction. Even during the war, planning continued, as evidenced by a meeting of the company's Commissioners on April 5, 1864.