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Horses and mules, and even sail cars, made more rapid progress than did the earliest locomotive
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"Horses and mules, and even sail cars, made more rapid progress than did the earliest locomotive"

- John Moody

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This quote by John Moody is describing the advancement of the locomotive in the early 19th century. At the time, horses and mules were the primary ways of transport, and even sail automobiles were more efficient than the earliest locomotives. This quote is highlighting the sluggish development of the engine in comparison to other types of transportation. It is likewise stressing the value of the engine in the advancement of the commercial transformation. The engine was a significant factor in the development of the economy and the expansion of the transportation network. It enabled products and people to be carried rapidly and effectively, which was a major consider the growth of the economy. The quote is likewise highlighting the value of innovation and development in the advancement of technology. The engine was a major development in transport and it allowed for the development of the modern transportation network.

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