Launceston and Western Railway
Launceston
The Launceston and Western Railway began operations, marking the start of rail service on the island.
Tokyo Metro
Tokyo
Asia's first subway line began service between Ueno and Asakusa.
Canadian Pacific Railway
Brandon, Manitoba
The Canadian Pacific Railway operated its first train from Winnipeg to Brandon, Manitoba, advancing transcontinental ambitions.
Liverpool Overhead Railway
Liverpool
The first section of the innovative Liverpool Overhead Railway began service, pioneering elevated electric urban transit.
Canadian Pacific Railway
Craigellachie
The last spike was driven at Craigellachie, completing the transcontinental line.
British Railways
Edinburgh to Carlisle
British Railways closed the historic Waverley Route between Edinburgh and Carlisle, ending a scenic cross-border link.
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