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mar 1, 1814 - First effective steam locomotive

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Blücher, named after the Prussian general, was the first effective steam locomotive. The Blücher gave rise to the later invention of the Rocket in 1829, a steam locomotive that could reach up to 30 mph. The Rocket's design would go on to be used for locomotives over 100 years later.

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mar 1, 1814
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~ 211 years ago