early railway
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concept
An early railway is a pioneering rail transport system, typically from the late 18th to mid-19th century, characterized by primitive track technology, steam-powered locomotives, and foundational infrastructure that enabled the first large-scale movement of people and goods by rail.
Instances (5)
| Instance | Via concept surface |
|---|---|
| Leicester and Swannington Railway | — |
| Surrey Iron Railway | — |
| Kilmarnock and Troon Railway | — |
| Whitby and Pickering Railway | — |
| Wylam Colliery railway | — |