Great Western Railway
London
The Great Western Railway completes its massive conversion from 7-foot broad gauge to standard gauge across its network.
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
Coonoor
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway in India begins operations with its innovative rack system for steep gradients.
Deutsche Bundesbahn
Frankfurt
West Germany's state railway Deutsche Bundesbahn is officially established post-World War II.
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