1807
219 years ago
Innovation
The Swansea and Mumbles Railway, then known as the Oystermouth Railway, becom...
The Swansea and Mumbles Railway
March 25, 1807
Summary
The Swansea and Mumbles Railway, then known as the Oystermouth Railway, becomes the first passenger-carrying railway in the world.
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The Swansea and Mumbles Railway, then known as the Oystermouth Railway, becomes the first passenger-carrying railway in the world.
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- Date
- March 25, 1807
- Event Type
- Innovation
- Years Ago
- 219
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