The History of the Greek Railways

The History of the Greek Railways

2022 1 Seasons ⭐ 9.0
Documentary

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.

Seasons

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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. Thessa…

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

Top Cast

Kostis Savvidakis
Kostis Savvidakis

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