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The Iron Horse (model)

The Iron Horse model refers to the locomotive or steam engine used during the 19th-century railway expansion, symbolizing technological progress and industrial growth. It represents the design, engineering, and functionality of early trains, emphasizing how these machines transformed transportation by enabling faster, more reliable movement of goods and people across great distances. The model helps illustrate the engineering principles behind steam propulsion and the impact of railroads on economic development and society at large. Essentially, it’s a detailed representation of the early steam engine machinery that revolutionized transportation during the Industrial Revolution.