What is recorded here
Plaque commemorating the world's first underground passenger railway
The London Underground Plaque commemorates the opening of the world's first underground passenger railway, the Metropolitan Railway, in 1863. It marks a significant milestone in urban transport history, connecting London and setting a precedent for subway systems worldwide.
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- Recorded date
- 1963
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