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The First Underground Train

History Daily

CHAPTER

The Vision for an Underground London

This chapter explores the mid-19th century transport crisis in London and Charles Pearson's groundbreaking idea for an underground railway system. It highlights Pearson's efforts to address severe congestion and his persistence in gaining support for his innovative model.

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