Japanese National Railways
Tokyo
Japan initiated testing for the Shinkansen bullet train prototype, revolutionizing high-speed rail travel and setting global standards for speed and safety in passenger transport.
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Chicago
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad completed its extension to Chicago, enhancing cross-country connectivity and solidifying the Midwest as a rail hub for freight and passengers in the expanding United States.
Berlin U-Bahn
Berlin
The Berlin U-Bahn system expanded its electric streetcar lines, improving urban mobility and setting standards for efficient public transit in growing European cities.
Grand Trunk Railway
Montreal
The Grand Trunk Railway was officially incorporated, marking a significant step in Canadian rail expansion by connecting major cities and facilitating trade across the continent.
Eurotunnel
Folkestone
An international agreement was signed to begin construction of the Channel Tunnel, linking Britain and France via rail and fostering European integration through advanced undersea engineering.
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