History: August 1 (#2)

History: August 1 (#2)
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August 1, 2008 The Beijing–Tianjin Intercity Railway begins operation as the fastest commuter rail system in the world.

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On August 1, in the year 2008: The Beijing–Tia njin Intercity Railway begins operation as the fastest commuter rail system in the world. The Beijing–Tianjin intercity railway is a Chinese high-speed railway that runs 117 kilometres (72.

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Why August 1, 2008 matters: The Beijing–Tianjin Intercit y Railway begins operation as the fastest commuter rail system in the world. What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards.

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Historical context: August 1, 2008 The 21st century has already seen profound shifts: the digital revolut ion has connected billions while reshaping politics and culture; climate change has emerged as a defining crisis; and new powers have risen to challenge the world order that followed the Cold War. The event on this day: The Beijing–Tianjin Intercity Railway begins operation as the fastest commuter rail system in the world. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beijing%E2%80%93Tianjin_intercity_railway (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)