<p>Today we progress the story of the railways through the era of the horse drawn tramway to 1804, when the eccentric Cornishman, Richard Trevithick, unveils a new world changing invention...the steam engine!</p>

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Today we progress the story of the railways through the era of the horse drawn tramway to 1804, when the eccentric Cornishman, Richard Trevithick, unveils a new world changing invention...the steam engine! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/steel-wheels/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steel-wheels/support

<p>Today we progress the story of the railways through the era of the horse drawn tramway to 1804, when the eccentric Cornishman, Richard Trevithick, unveils a new world changing invention...the steam engine!</p>

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Episode 5: (History) Trevithick's Triumph

Written and produced by a full time railway professional, Steel Wheels delves into the world of Britain's railways, from the earliest days of horse drawn plateways to the ultra modern high speed electric railways of today. In a unique three episode format Steel Wheels explores railway history, technology and safety in an engaging, educational and entertaining format. Whether you're a committed railway enthusiast, a complete newcomer to the railway or a railway professional there is something for everyone on Steel Wheels! Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/steel-wheels/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/steel-wheels/support</a>

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Written and produced by a full time railway professional, Steel Wheels delves into the world of Britain's railways, from the earliest days of horse drawn plateways to the ultra modern high speed electric railways of today. In a unique three episode format Steel Wheels explores railway history, technology and safety in an engaging, educational and entertaining format. Whether you're a committed railway enthusiast, a complete newcomer to the railway or a railway professional there is something for everyone on Steel Wheels! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steel-wheels/support

Written and produced by a full time railway professional, Steel Wheels delves into the world of Britain's railways, from the earliest days of horse drawn plateways to the ultra modern high speed electric railways of today. In a unique three episode format Steel Wheels explores railway history, technology and safety in an engaging, educational and entertaining format. Whether you're a committed railway enthusiast, a complete newcomer to the railway or a railway professional there is something for everyone on Steel Wheels! Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/steel-wheels/support" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://anchor.fm/steel-wheels/support</a>

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