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Trial-trip on the Underground Railway 1862
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Trial-trip on the Underground Railway 1862
Dignitaries taking a ride on the first underground train on the Metropolitan Railway line, waving their hats in the air as they ride on a wooden steam locomotive between Paddington and Farrinton.
6 September 1862
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6 September 1862: A Historic Moment in Transport History - The Trial-Trip on the Metropolitan Railway's Underground Train This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in transport history, as dignitaries embarked on the first trial-trip on the Metropolitan Railway's underground train on 6 September 1862. The Metropolitan Railway, the world's first underground railway, had been under construction since 1859, and the successful completion of this trial-trip marked a significant milestone in the development of the underground railway system. In the image, a group of distinguished gentlemen, dressed in fashionable attire of the 1860s, wave their hats in the air as they ride on a wooden steam locomotive between Paddington and Farringdon. The train, with its wooden carriages, makes its way through the dimly lit tunnel, leaving a trail of steam behind. The scene exudes a sense of excitement and anticipation, as the pioneering passengers experience the novelty of travelling beneath the streets of London. The Metropolitan Railway's underground line revolutionised transport in Britain and paved the way for the expansion of urban railway networks across the world. This trial-trip marked the beginning of a new era in transport history, as the underground railway offered a faster, more efficient alternative to the congested streets and horse-drawn traffic above ground. The photograph, taken in September 1862, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the early days of the underground railway and the pioneering spirit that drove its development. This image, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, is a testament to the enduring allure of transport history and the ingenuity of the human spirit.
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