Japanese Government Railways
Tokyo
Tokyo's Yamanote Line introduced Japan's first electric multiple-unit trains, modernizing urban commuting.
Nikolaev Railway
St. Petersburg
The first major long-distance railway in Russia opened between the empire's two largest cities.
Canadian National Railways
Montreal
CN began testing diesel locomotives, starting North America's shift away from steam power.
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