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humor (allegedly) and bizarre facts
If you’re the first to
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we use it, it’s worth $25!
Ever wonder how the railroads ever settled on a gauge of 4’-8½”? What
do horses have to do with determining the gauge? Follow the link to
to read a fascinating story how
this bit of history has its fingers on everything from railroads to space travel.
MRH-Jan 2014
