1904
122 years ago
OpeningUnited States

New York Subway Extension Begins Service

Interborough Rapid Transit

New York City

August 9, 1904

Summary

An early extension of the Interborough Rapid Transit subway opened on August 9, 1904, expanding Manhattan service.

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The IRT subway's initial segment from City Hall to 145th Street saw further growth with the August 9 opening of the 96th Street to 145th Street section. Powered by third-rail electric multiple units, it addressed urban congestion in booming New York. Chief engineer William Barclay Parsons designed the system to handle massive ridership. This expansion solidified the subway as a model for global rapid transit, influencing city planning and daily life for millions.

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Date
August 9, 1904
Event Type
Opening
Country
United States
Years Ago
122

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