First Underground Railway
A milestone in transportation history
The world’s first underground railway opened in London on 10 January 1863. Known as the Metropolitan Railway, it ran between Paddington and Farringdon using steam trains. This historic line became the foundation of the London Underground, now one of the busiest metro systems in the world.
- United Kingdom Exclusive
- First Release Dec 27, 2024
- Jan 7 → Jan 10 Annually
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London_Underground
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