Ian Hislop's Trains That Changed The World

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Speed
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How four iconic British-built trains revolutionized rail travel and inspired incredible railway projects the world over. The Flying Scotsman was the first train to break the 100mph .. show full overview
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Cities
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The London Underground - first operating in 1863 - changed the way people get around cities forever, driving travelers deep underground to clear congested streets. Ingenious technology, .. show full overview
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Industry
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The Industrial Revolution was the single most important event in the development of the modern railway and one train from that era came to symbolize the new age of steam, Stephenson's .. show full overview
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Leisure
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Ian concludes the series by looking at how the train transformed Britain into a nation of leisure seekers. Family holidays beside the sea, climbing remote mountains, the Football League all became possible due to the railways.