Rapid Transit Collection

For Christmas: Underground, 1924. Creator: Taylor, Horace (1881-1934)
For Christmas: Underground, 1924. Private Collection

Brightest London and home by Underground, 1924. Creator: Taylor, Horace (1881-1934)
Brightest London and home by Underground, 1924. Private Collection

Brightest London is best reached by Underground, 1924. Creator: Taylor, Horace (1881-1934)
Brightest London is best reached by Underground, 1924. Private Collection

CTAs Red Line elevated train at Adams/Wabash station, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Taiwan, Kaohsiung, Dome of light at Formosa Boulevard Station

Project for the Komsomolskaya Metro station, 1949. Found in the collection of State Scientific A. Shchusev Research Museum of Architecture, Moscow

Gilbert Elevated Railroad, New York City, United States of America. The picture by an unidentified artist from the May 25, 1878 edition of Frank Leslies illustrated newspaper

1895 California Rail transport Horses United States
1895 in California, Rail transport in California, Horses of the United States, Buildings in Ontario, California, 1906, Ontario, Rapid Transit in Ontario, 1895

Metro entrance sign; Paris; France

Descent into Subway, Public Gardens, Boston, Mass. Postcard. 1904, Descent into Subway, Public Gardens, Boston, Mass. Postcard

Trams on the Jerusalem Light Rail C014 / 1427
Trams on the Jerusalem Light Rail. This light rail network was constructed between 2002 and 2010. It began operating in 2011

London Underground tube train leaving a station. Photographed in London, UK

London Underground platform
MODEL RELEASED. London Underground platform. Passengers waiting as a tube train enters the station. Photographed in London, UK

Darling Harbour, Sydney, Australia

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From Chicago to Taiwan, the global marvels take us on a journey through time and space. The iconic Adams/Wabash station in Chicago stands tall as CTA's Red Line elevated train gracefully passes by, showcasing the efficiency and speed of urban transportation. In Kaohsiung, Taiwan, the mesmerizing Dome of Light at Formosa Boulevard Station captivates passengers with its vibrant colors, blending artistry with functionality. Delving into history, we uncover the visionary Project for the Komsomolskaya Metro station from 1949 in Russia, a testament to innovation even during challenging times. Looking back further, an unidentified artist's illustration transports us to New York City in 1878 when Gilbert Elevated Railroad made its debut on Sixth Avenue. The evolution is evident as we witness California's rail transport relying on horses back in 1895 while Paris proudly displays its distinctive metro entrance sign that has become synonymous with efficient travel across France. Boston's Public Gardens takes us underground with a postcard depicting the descent into subway tunnels in 1904 - a glimpse into early advancements shaping modern transportation systems. Across continents and cultures, trams grace Jerusalem's Light Rail system in Argentina while Europe boasts France's well-connected network. And who can forget London Underground? The iconic tube trains seamlessly navigate beneath bustling streets carrying millions daily. Rapid transit not only connects cities but also bridges gaps between eras and nations. It represents progress and ingenuity; it symbolizes our collective desire for convenient mobility amidst ever-evolving landscapes.