People and History

  • The Historic Ludwigseisenbahn: Germany’s First Steam Train
    by Anika Rieper
    Germany’s first steam powered train was the “Ludwigsbahn” or “Ludwigseisenbahn” (Bavarian Ludwig Train), named after Bavarian King Ludwig I. It went from Nuremberg to Fürth for the first time on December 7, 1835.
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    When Elvis Was in Germany
    by Anika Rieper
    The King in Germany? Yes, Elvis Presley was stationed in Germany for his military service from October of 1958 until March of 1960.