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More than 120 years ago today, NYC opened its first underground train

New York City opened its first underground train 122 years ago today. The Interborough Rapid Transit, which later became the New York City Subway, opened on October 27, 1904, with 28 stations and a five-cent fare. This marked a new era of transportation in the city, reshaping how its residents lived and moved.

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  • ✓ New York City's first underground rapid transit system opened on October 27, 1904.
  • ✓ The initial subway line was called the Interborough Rapid Transit.
  • ✓ The first subway line had 28 stations and a five-cent fare.
  • ✓ The subway line was 9.1 miles long.
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  1. New York City's First Subway Opened 122 Years Ago

    New York City opened its first underground train 122 years ago today. The Interborough Rapid Transit, which later became the New York City Subway, opened on October 27, 1904, with 28 stations and a five-cent fare. This marked a new era of transportation in the city, reshaping how its residents lived and moved.

    Why it matters

    The opening of the subway was a significant milestone in the development of New York City's infrastructure. It provided a rapid and efficient way to travel across the city, facilitating growth and urbanization. The subway system has since become a vital part of the city's transportation network.

    What is confirmed

    • New York City's first underground rapid transit system opened on October 27, 1904.
    • The initial subway line was called the Interborough Rapid Transit.
    • The first subway line had 28 stations and a five-cent fare.
    • The subway line was 9.1 miles long.

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