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Queen Victorias first train ride, 13th June 1842

On this day, 13th June 1842, Queen Victoria rode in a train for the first time, becoming the first monarch to do so! Queen Victoria’s journal: “Albert went early with our Cousins, to bathe & swim in the Thames, which he had done for several days. He delights in it. We all, including Mama, breakfasted,… Continue reading Queen Victorias first train ride, 13th June 1842