1963day.year
The Chicago North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad ends operation.
The Chicago North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad ceased operations in 1963, ending an era of interurban rail service between Chicago and Milwaukee.
On January 21, 1963, the Chicago North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad, an electric interurban rail line, made its final run.
Operational since 1916, it connected Chicago, Illinois, with Milwaukee, Wisconsin, along Lake Michigan.
Declining passenger numbers, rising automobile use, and financial difficulties led to its closure.
Its streamlined trolleys were renowned for providing fast and comfortable commuter service.
Following its shutdown, much of the former right-of-way was repurposed or abandoned.
Rail enthusiasts continue to preserve its history through museums and heritage excursions.
1963
Chicago North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad
1971day.year
The current Emley Moor transmitting station, the tallest free-standing structure in the United Kingdom, begins transmitting UHF broadcasts.
The Emley Moor transmitting station, the tallest freestanding structure in the UK, begins UHF television broadcasts, enhancing regional coverage.
On January 21, 1971, the new Emley Moor transmitting station in West Yorkshire commenced UHF television broadcasts, becoming the primary transmitter for BBC and ITV signals across northern England. Standing 385 metres tall, it replaced an earlier tower that collapsed under heavy icing in 1969, showcasing advances in civil engineering. Its reinforced concrete design provided resilience against extreme weather, ensuring reliable service. The station’s powerful emissions extended television and radio coverage to millions of viewers, transforming access to broadcast media. Over subsequent decades, Emley Moor adapted to colour television, the digital switchover, and high-definition transmission. It remains a vital part of the UK’s broadcasting infrastructure and a prominent landmark visible for miles around.
1971
Emley Moor transmitting station
UHF
1976day.year
Commercial service of Concorde begins with the London-Bahrain and Paris-Rio routes.
Supersonic passenger service launches as Concorde begins its first commercial flights between London and Bahrain, and Paris and Rio de Janeiro.
On January 21, 1976, British Airways and Air France inaugurated Concorde’s first commercial flights, marking the debut of supersonic passenger air travel. The inaugural routes connected London to Bahrain and Paris to Rio de Janeiro, cutting travel times by over half compared to conventional jets. Developed jointly by the UK and France, Concorde featured a sleek delta wing and droop-nose design, enabling speeds above Mach 2. Its luxurious cabin service and advanced engineering symbolized technological ambition. Despite limited seating capacity and high operational costs, Concorde became an aviation icon. Environmental concerns over sonic booms and fuel efficiency, along with economic pressures, led to its retirement in 2003. The Concorde era remains celebrated as a landmark achievement in commercial flight.
1976
Concorde
London-Bahrain and Paris-Rio