Historical Events tagged with "early_20th_century"
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Kowloon-Canton Railway Starts Operations
The Kowloon-Canton Railway officially commenced its regular passenger service in 1911. Stretching approximately 34 miles, the railway connects Kowloon, in Hong Kong, to Canton (present-day Guangzhou), in mainland China. This crucial transportation link was celebrated for enhancing trade and travel between the two regions, significantly impacting local economies and cultures. The railway drew attention for its engineering innovations, including the use of tunnels and bridges to navigate challenging terrains. With its opening, the Kowloon-Canton Railway marked a new era of connectivity between Hong Kong and southern China.
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