Buenos Aires Western Railway
Buenos Aires
Argentina's inaugural railway line from Buenos Aires to Floresta begins operations, marking the start of the nation's extensive rail network.
Northern Pacific Railroad
Seattle
The Northern Pacific Railroad completed its transcontinental route with the first through train arriving in Seattle.
Lancaster and Carlisle Railway
Lancaster
The Lancaster and Carlisle Railway opened its main line, connecting key northern English cities.
Alaska Central Railway
Seward
The Alaska Central Railway runs its first passenger service from Seward toward the interior, advancing Alaskan development.
Mohawk and Hudson Railroad
Albany
The DeWitt Clinton locomotive made its inaugural run on the Mohawk and Hudson Railroad.
Japanese National Railways
Tokyo
Electrification of the Tokaido Main Line began between Tokyo and Kobe, modernizing Japanese rail travel.
Canadian Pacific Railway
Kicking Horse Pass
Survey teams finalized the route for Canada's first transcontinental railway.
Tokyo Metro
Tokyo
Construction began on Japan's first subway line in Tokyo.
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