19th century transport systems

In the 19th century, transportation advanced rapidly with the development of railroads, steamships, and improved roads. Railroads revolutionized travel by connecting cities and enabling goods to move quickly over long distances, fostering economic growth. Steamships enhanced sea travel and trade, shortening voyage times. Road networks evolved with more durable and widespread cobblestone and asphalt surfaces, supporting wagons and later automobiles. These innovations made transportation faster, more reliable, and accessible, linking regions and contributing to urbanization and global trade, laying the groundwork for the modern transportation infrastructure we use today.