South Devon Railway
Exeter
The South Devon Railway opens its line from Exeter to Plymouth, introducing atmospheric propulsion technology in Britain.
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Baltimore, Maryland
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad's new Tom Thumb steam locomotive races a horse-drawn car, presaging steam's role in U.S. railroads.
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Baltimore
Peter Cooper's experimental locomotive races a horse-drawn car on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, demonstrating steam power's potential.
Nippon Railway
Tokyo
Tokyo's iconic circular Yamanote Line begins service, transforming urban mobility in Japan's capital.
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