This Day in Railroad History

August 22

1872
154 years ago
OpeningJapan

First Train on Tokyo-Yokohama Line

Japanese Government Railways

Tokyo

Japan's first railway line between Tokyo and Yokohama began regular service on August 22, 1872, introducing modern rail transport to the country.

1904
122 years ago
OpeningUnited States

New York Subway Extension Opens

Interborough Rapid Transit Company

New York City

The Interborough Rapid Transit Company extended its subway line in Manhattan on August 22, 1904, enhancing urban mobility.

1842
184 years ago
OpeningUnited Kingdom

Bristol and Exeter Railway Opens

Bristol and Exeter Railway

Bristol

The Bristol and Exeter Railway opened its initial broad-gauge line from Bristol to Bridgwater on August 22, 1842, marking a key expansion in southwest England.

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