1904 Computing & Technology Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 12 Mar First Main Line Electric Train in the United Kingdom: On March 12, 1904, the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway began operating surface electric trains between Liverpool and Southport, marking the first main line electric train service in the United Kingdom. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 15 Apr Wright Brothers advance aircraft design: In April 1904, the Wright Brothers constructed a new, heavier, and stronger flying machine at Huffman Prairie, Ohio. This aircraft featured an 18-horsepower engine, an improvement over their previous 12-13 horsepower engines, marking a significant advancement in their aircraft design. source: centennialofflight.net
- 09 May City of Truro achieves 100 mph speed record: On May 9, 1904, the Great Western Railway's locomotive City of Truro became the first steam locomotive in Europe to travel at a speed exceeding 100 mph, reaching 102.3 mph while hauling the "Ocean Mails" special from Plymouth to London Paddington. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 26 May Wright Brothers' Successful Flight of Wright Flyer II: On May 26, 1904, the Wright brothers achieved a successful flight with their aircraft, the Wright Flyer II, marking a significant advancement in aviation history. source: history.com
- 27 Oct IRT Subway Opens in New York City: On October 27, 1904, the Interborough Rapid Transit (IRT) subway system opened in New York City, marking the city's first underground rapid transit network. The initial line ran from City Hall to 145th Street, covering 9.1 miles with 28 stations. Mayor George B. McClellan Jr. operated the inaugural train, and the system opened to the public at 7 p.m., with over 100,000 passengers riding that evening. source: loc.gov
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