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Buenos Aires - Station of the The Central Argentine Railway
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Buenos Aires - Station of the The Central Argentine Railway
Buenos Aires - Station of the The Central Argentine Railway (Ferrocarril Central Argentino) - one of the Big Four broad gauge, 5 ft 6 in (1, 676 mm), British-owned companies that built and operated railway networks in Argentina. The company was established in the 19th century, to serve the provinces of Santa Fe and Cordoba, in the east-central region of the country. Date: circa 1920s
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Buenos Aires Station of the Central Argentine Railway (Ferrocarril Central Argentino, FCA), circa 1920s. This evocative photograph captures the grandeur and elegance of the Buenos Aires terminus of the Central Argentine Railway, one of the Big Four broad gauge, 5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm), British-owned companies that revolutionized transportation in Argentina during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Established in 1857 to serve the provinces of Santa Fe and Cordoba in the east-central region of the country, the Central Argentine Railway played a pivotal role in connecting Argentina's vast interior with its bustling capital city. The imposing station building, with its ornate architectural details and expansive facade, stands as a testament to the company's commitment to progress and development. The station's grandeur is further emphasized by the presence of a tram, a common mode of urban transportation during the time, parked outside. The train in the background, ready to depart, symbolizes the constant flow of people and goods that traveled across Argentina's vast landscape, transforming the country's economy and culture. This photograph offers a glimpse into Argentina's rich railroad history, a time when the railway network expanded rapidly, linking the country's diverse regions and fostering a sense of national unity. The Central Argentine Railway's legacy continues to be felt in Argentina today, as the country's railway system remains an essential component of its transportation infrastructure.
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