This Day in Railroad History

The Tbilisi Metro is opened

The Tbilisi Metro is opened.

First Steam Locomotive in Russia

Tsarskoye Selo Railway

St. Petersburg

The first steam locomotive in Russia was tested, marking the beginning of rail transport in the country and connecting it to European industrial advancements.

First Train Service in the Netherlands

Hollandsche IJzeren Spoorweg-Maatschappij

Amsterdam

The first steam locomotive operated on the Amsterdam-Haarlem line, marking the beginning of rail transport in the Netherlands and connecting key cities for trade and travel.

Opening of the Panama Railway

Panama Railroad Company

Panama City

The Panama Railway, the first transcontinental railroad, opened, revolutionizing travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and aiding global trade during the California Gold Rush.

Boston Subway Extension Opens

Boston Elevated Railway

Boston

The Boston Elevated Railway extended its subway system, enhancing urban mobility and reducing street congestion in one of America's oldest cities.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Reaches Ohio River

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

Wheeling

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad completed its extension to the Ohio River, linking the eastern U.S. seaboard with the Midwest and facilitating faster goods transport and westward expansion.

Opening of the Seikan Tunnel in Japan

Japanese National Railways

Aomori

The Seikan Tunnel, the world's longest underwater rail tunnel at the time, opened, enhancing connectivity between Japan's main islands and revolutionizing freight and passenger transport.

Introduction of the LNER Silver Jubilee Train

London and North Eastern Railway

London

The London and North Eastern Railway launched the Silver Jubilee streamliner, a luxurious high-speed train that symbolized modern rail travel and set new standards for passenger comfort in Britain.

Formation of Eurostar International

Eurostar International

London

Eurostar International was formed, enhancing high-speed rail links between the UK and continental Europe, promoting cross-border travel and integration.

Remagen Bridge Train Derailment

Deutsche Bundesbahn

Remagen

A freight train derailment on the Remagen Bridge in Germany resulted in significant damage and highlighted postwar rail safety issues in Europe.