This Day in Railroad History

March 13

1855
171 years ago
FormationCanada

Incorporation of the Great Western Railway

Great Western Railway

Hamilton

The Great Western Railway was incorporated in Canada, marking a key step in expanding rail networks across Ontario and connecting to the United States, which boosted trade and settlement in the region.

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