San Francisco, California
The first live transcontinental television broadcast takes place in San Francisco, United States, from the Japanese Peace Treaty Conference.
Siemens Electric Tramway
Berlin
Werner von Siemens demonstrates the world's first practical electric tramway in Berlin's Lichterfelde suburb.
Manchester and Leeds Railway
Manchester
The Manchester and Leeds Railway officially opens its 50-mile main line, connecting industrial centers in northern England.
Japanese Government Railways
Tokyo
Japan nationalizes private railways, forming the Japanese Government Railways to standardize and expand the network.
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