1940 in rail transport

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This article lists events related to rail transport that occurred in 1940.

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May events

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July events

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September events

October events

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December

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October deaths

November deaths

Unknown date deaths

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References

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  7. "Hale Holden". Railway Age Gazette. 57 (10): 428. September 4, 1914. Retrieved December 2, 2013.
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