Historical Events tagged with "steampunk"
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Tom Thumb vs. Horse-drawn Car Showdown
August 28th, 1830 194 years ago
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad's Tom Thumb steam locomotive raced against a horse-drawn car in an exhibition to demonstrate the capabilities of steam power. Richard Trevithick's innovative design stood out as it faced the challenge of a horse, showcasing the burgeoning potential of rail transportation. This event, taking place in the early days of American railroads, attracted considerable attention and signaled a shift toward mechanized transport in the United States.
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