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What was the first American steam railroad to carry both passengers and freight?

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The first American steam railroad to carry both passengers and freight was the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad.

It began operation in 1830, powered by the Tom Thumb locomotive built by American manufacturer Peter Cooper (1791-1883).

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