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Railroad
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Historical Development
The conceptual foundation of the railroad traces back to early mining operations in Europe, where rudimentary wooden tracks were laid to ease the movement of ore carts pulled by draft animals. The transition to modern rail began in the early 19th century with the introduction of steam locomotives [/entries/steam-locomotive/], most famously demonstrated by George Stephenson's Rocket in 1829. This innovation unlocked unprecedented hauling power.
The subsequent expansion of rail networks across [North America](/entries/north-ameriā¦