The History of the Greek Railways (2022) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The History of the Greek Railways online in HD.
The History of the Greek Railways — Storyline
It all starts on 1830, when young George Stephenson manufactures the first steam engine and the first railway networks are built soon after. Railway becomes a crucial factor in the development of trade and military strength for a country, with its ability to quickly transport soldiers and munitions. Railways expand rapidly in Europe and arrive soon in Greece.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Kostis Savvidakis
The History of the Greek Railways — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2022-02-08 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 12 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | ERT3 |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 9/10 (1 votes) |
The History of the Greek Railways — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The birth of the Greek Railways (2022-02-08) — Through rich photographic and archival material, we travel back in time, on Railway from Athens to Piraeus (SAP), which was the first railway in Greece.
- E2: The Attica Railway System (2022-02-15) — We follow the Attica Railways through time, from their glorious days with the amazing “Beast of Kifissia”, up to the decline of the network.
- E3: Thessaloniki Railways through the memories of Railway Workers – Part Ι (2022-02-22) — At the beginning of the 20th century, the city of Thessaloniki is linked to Istanbul, to the Balkans and to Europe, through three different railway lines.
- E4: Thessaloniki Railways through the memories of Railway Workers – Part ΙΙ (2022-03-01) — We learn about telecommunications rail networks and their importance for rail travel.
- E5: The Railways of East Macedonia and Thrace (2022-03-08) — Follow us on a journey through enchanting landscapes filled with colours and history, as we travel along the Ottoman networks of the Connecting Railway and the Eastern Railways.
- E6: The Railway Networks of Idomeni and Florina (2022-03-15) — Two different routes. Two different railway networks. Two different railway companies. Two different railway destinations in Gevgeli and Monastiri. A common starting point. Thessal
- E7: The railway connection between Athens and Thessaloniki (2022-03-22) — Such a long distance is now covered by train in just 4 hours, forming one of the most important transport routes in Greece.
- E8: The Railways of Thessaly (2022-03-29) — The liberation of Thessaly from the Ottoman rule will prove a fertile ground for the development of both rich agriculture in the region and an extensive commercial network.
- E9: The railway networks of the North Peloponnese and Aetolia-Acarnania (2022-04-05) — Due to the rapid growth in the Peloponnese region, the need for the development of a land-based means for the speedy and mass transport of products becomes evident.
- E10: The railway networks of the Central and South Peloponnese (2022-04-12) — The network of the Piraeus-Athens-Peloponnese Railways had already begun to spread in the early 1880s.
- E11: The Greek Railways during the National Struggles, Part 1 (2022-04-19) — We learn about the crucial role played by the Greek railway networks in warfare.
- E12: The Greek Railways in the National Causes, Part 2 (2022-04-26) — As Germans, Italians and Bulgarians invade Greece, the Greek railways fall into the hands of the enemy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The History of the Greek Railways have? 1 season(s) with 12 episodes.
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