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21 February - The first self-propelling steam locomotive made its outing

 


The first self-propelling steam locomotive, known as the "Puffing Devil," was built by Richard Trevithick, and it made its outing on 21 February 1801, at the Penydarren Ironworks in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales. The locomotive successfully carried iron and passengers, marking a significant development in the history of rail transportation.

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