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Development of the railroad
Although the first ever railroad was invented by early romans, it wasn't used for locomotives. The first locomotive railway was invented, but had plenty of problems. -
The first train
The first train was invented by Richard Trevithick -
Electric Trains
The first electric train was invented in Germany. It was the first step to faster trains. -
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The golden years of trains
During these years, trains were the most used and preferred mode of transportation. They were also the most important industrial transportation within countries. -
Gas Powered Trains
In 1902, the first gas powered train was invented in Europe. -
Diesel Trains
The first diesel train was invented in the United Kingdom. The Diesel train is the most common type of train you would see in South Dakota. -
Bullet Trains
In 1964, bullet trains were first invented in Japan. They were built to connect other cities to Tokyo, to aid economic development. -
High-Speed rail system
To help with the new speed of trains, Japan needed new railroads. Therefore, they created the high-speed railway system, which can handle 124 - 155 mph. -
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The importance of trains
Today, trains aren't the most used type of transport, but is still the second best cargo transportation method.