the evolution of transportation

  • Period: to

    19th century

  • 1804

    In 1804 the first steam locomotive was invented in England
  • 1825

    1825
    The first passenger train began operating.Trains became a major way to travel long distances.
  • 1885

    In 1885, Karl Benz built the first gasoline-powered car.
  • Period: to

    20th century

  • 1903

    1903
    In 1903 ,the Wright brothers flew the first airplane.
  • 1908

    1908
    In 1908, Henry Ford introduced the Model T, The First affordable car for families. Roads and Highways expanded,making travel easier.
  • 1950

    In 1950,airplanes became popular for long-distance travel.
  • 1969

    In 1969, the Apollo11 mission landed the first humans on the moon
  • 21th century

    21th century
    Today, high-speed trains, electric cars and self-driving vehicles