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Amazing Tales About HistoryAuthor: Mike Allen
Marilyn Monroe, PT Barnum, American history, and Revolutionary War insights ... Dive deep into the hidden corners of history with mysteries, fascinating inventions, secret military operations, magical islands, ancient trails, forgotten roadways, Native Americans, supernatural activity, UFOs. 20-minute episodes. Memorable stories. Great guests. We present history as it should be accurate, engaging, and told with a touch of magic. New episodes every Thursday. Language: en Genres: History Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Day the Iron Horse Took Over: FINAL EPISODE
Episode 221
Wednesday, 12 November, 2025
In this, the FINAL EPISODE of the Amazing Tales podcast, we look at the very first mile of commercial railroad track in the U.S., which was laid by the B&O Railroad – the same train line that hosted the epic race between the Tom Thumb steam engine a horse-drawn train car to determine supremacy. Trains are nearing their 200th anniversary in the country and will play a big role in next year's 250th anniversary of the founding of our country.
