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During 3,500 BC, The wheel is invented in Iraq
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During 3,100 BC, the sailing boat is invented in Egypt.
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Horses where domesticated in 4,000 BC-3,000 BC
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In 1600s Goods are transported by pack horse. Goods are also transported around the coast of Britain by ship.
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In 1761, Bridgwater Canals open. Many more canals are dug in the late 18th and early 19th century.
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In 1785, two men fly across the English Channel in a hydrogen balloon
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In 1815, Steamships begin crossing the England.
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In 1819 The Savannah becomes the first steamship to cross the Atlantic
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In 1825 The first passenger railway opens
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The first underground railway opens in London. On it carriages are pulled by steam trains.
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Cars are invented
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The first electric underground trains run in London
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Electric trams begin running in many towns
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The first electric traffic lights in Britain are installed in London
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In most towns electric trams are replaced by buses.
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In Britain a driving test is introduced. Cats eyes are invented.
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The first zebra crossing is made.
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1952 The first passenger jet service starts
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The hovercraft is invented by Christopher Cockerell
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Wearing seat belts is made compulsory in Britain. Wheel clamps are introduced.
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Speed cameras are introduced into Britain
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The Channel Tunnel opens.
