Vocabulary Story 888 Englishman George Stephenson Invents the Locomotive

1 Vocabulary Story 888 Englishman George Stephenson Invents the Locomotive
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George Stephenson invented the first successful locomotives. This
new mode of transport changed the world. His vivacious charisma won
him a coterie of followers that were enthralled by him. He bought
a sumptuous productive estate.
One incident put a temporary damper on his career. A locomotive
exploded right at the portal of a tunnel, maiming many on lookers.
An arbiter cleared him of any blame.
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2 Vocabulary Story 888 Englishman George Stephenson Invents the Locomotive
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George Stephenson invented the first successful locomotives. This
new means of transport changed the world. His energetic charm won
him a cadre of followers that were wild for him. He bought
a rich productive estate.
One happening put a temporary cloud on his career. A locomotive
exploded right at the entrance of a tunnel, crippling many on lookers.
A judge cleared him of any blame.
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