1904
122 years ago
OpeningUnited States
New York Subway Extension Opens
Interborough Rapid Transit Company
New York City
September 15, 1904
Summary
The Interborough Rapid Transit Company's subway line extended further into Manhattan, expanding urban rapid transit.
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On September 15, 1904, the IRT subway in New York City opened additional stations, enhancing connectivity in the growing metropolis. Designed with contributions from engineers like William Barclay Parsons, it used electric multiple-unit trains and deep-level tunneling techniques. This expansion supported massive population growth and influenced urban planning worldwide, setting standards for subway systems.
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Quick Facts
- Date
- September 15, 1904
- Event Type
- Opening
- Country
- United States
- Years Ago
- 122
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