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“...(that) any general system of conveying passengers would ... go at a velocity exceeding ten miles an hour, or thereabouts, is extremely improbable.”

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Thomas Tredgold
Thomas Tredgold

Thomas Tredgold was an English author active from 1788 to January 28, 1829. His works primarily focused on the fields of architecture and engineering, particularly known for his contributions to the study of steel structures. more

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