Japanese National Railways
Tokyo
Japan began high-speed test operations on the Tokaido Shinkansen line on June 9, 1964, paving the way for the world's first bullet train service.
Bristol and Gloucester Railway
Bristol
The Bristol and Gloucester Railway officially opened for traffic on June 9, 1843, connecting key industrial centers in western England with broad gauge tracks.
New York Central Railroad
New York
The New York Central Railroad inaugurated the luxurious 20th Century Limited passenger train between New York and Chicago on June 9, 1902.
The Ghost Train fire at Luna Park Sydney, Australia, kills seven.
Two bombs explode at a train station near Algiers, Algeria, killing at least 13 people.
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