United States Transportation: The first subway system opens in Boston. (aug 17, 1897 – sep 1, 1897)
Description:
In 1897, the Tremont Street Subway, the first in America, opens. A few years late, New York created a similar one in their city. The Tremont Street Subway is currently the oldest in North America and the third oldest worldwide.Added to timeline:
Date:
aug 17, 1897
sep 1, 1897
~ 15 days