Title: The steam locomotive story
Description: The steam locomotive was a British invention and even today, the world speed record for steam remains with a British locomotive, Mallard. Steam's first significant contribution to British industry was through powering pumping engines for mines. When steam was applied to the railways, the 'railway age' began.
Subjects: Steam locomotives, History, Transportation, Locomotives, history, Railroads, great britain, history
Places: Great Britain