<ul><li>The steam locomotive revolutionized transportation, connecting cities and driving industrial growth.</li><li>Born out of necessity in the early 19th century, steam locomotives like Stephenson's Rocket set new speed records.</li><li>Steam trains operated on a steam-powered mechanism hauling heavy loads, despite requiring constant maintenance.</li><li>While facing challenges like cost, pollution, and safety issues, steam locomotives left a lasting legacy in shaping societies and economies.</li></ul>

The Steam Locomotive: Connecting Cities

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