1900 Computing & Technology Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 01 Jan First Electric Bus in New York City: New York City introduced its first electric bus, representing a significant milestone in urban transportation technology and the gradual transition from horse-drawn to electric vehicles.
- 02 Jan First electric bus in New York: The first electric bus service in New York City began operations in 1900, marking a significant advancement in public transportation technology. This innovation paved the way for the future of electric public transit systems. source: nyc.gov
- 28 May Total Solar Eclipse of 1900: A total solar eclipse occurred on May 28, 1900, with a magnitude of 1.0249. The path of totality was visible from parts of Mexico, the United States, Portugal, Spain, Algeria, Tripoli, and Egypt. A partial solar eclipse was also visible over parts of North America, Central America, the Caribbean, northern South America, Europe, West Africa, and North Africa. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 19 Jul Paris Métro inaugural line opens: The first line of the Paris Métro, connecting Porte de Vincennes and Porte Maillot, was inaugurated on July 19, 1900, during the Paris World's Fair. This marked a significant advancement in urban transportation for the city. source: en.wikipedia.org
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