1830
196 years ago
Opening
The Canterbury and Whitstable Railway is opened; it is the first steam-hauled...
The Canterbury and Whitstable Railway
May 3, 1830
Summary
The Canterbury and Whitstable Railway is opened; it is the first steam-hauled passenger railway to issue season tickets and include a tunnel.
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The Canterbury and Whitstable Railway is opened; it is the first steam-hauled passenger railway to issue season tickets and include a tunnel.
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- Date
- May 3, 1830
- Event Type
- Opening
- Years Ago
- 196
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