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The First Passenger Train Through the Channel Tunnel

Nov 14, 2024
Discover the ambitious journey behind the Channel Tunnel, a groundbreaking engineering project that revolutionized European travel. Relive the excitement of the inaugural passenger train's journey from London to Paris in under three hours. Explore the collaborative spirit between British and French engineers who overcame immense challenges during construction. Unearth the fascinating trials, including formidable water intrusions, that threatened the project’s timeline. This narrative is a celebration of innovation and the resilience it took to connect nations.
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