Travel Technology

Only the invention of aircraft matches the impact of the train. For the first time, travel between towns, cities, or nations became a practical option, in addition, the ability to move large amounts of merchandise quickly, revoltionized trade industries. Whole new trade routes developed, bringing previously unknown goods to towns and cities. In England, a standard time schedule was for the first time enforced, in order to coordinate trains and predict arrival times. These new machines of previously unimagined power and speed allowed fresh fish and vegetables to be transported to new areas, and caused the invention of travel holidays.