There are some train-routes that became legendary during the past. In former times they were real means of transportation for long-distance travel. Nowadays their main purpose is tourism. In some countries (e.g. Russia) they still are important parts of their transport systems.
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September 26 - John F. Stairs, businessman, statesman
October 4 - Frédéric Bartholdi, sculptor
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Physics - Lord John William Strutt ...