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The steam locomotive story

David W. Wragg · 2013

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The steam locomotive was a British invention and even today, the world speed record for steam remains with a British locomotive, Mallard. Steam's first significant contribution to British industry was through powering pumping engines for mines. When steam was applied to the railways, the 'railway age' began.

Book details

Year
2013
Language
English
Publisher
History Press
Editions
1
Pages
127
ISBN
9780752488066

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