Another look into what has happened on this day in the past, historical events of note, famous birthdays or any other points of interest that have occurred on this day.

On November 18th 1987 a return home from work became a nightmare journey for many commuters on London’s subway. A fire occurred at one of the cities busiest stations, it is the worst fire in the history of the London underground railway system. 30 commuters and one firefighter were killed with a much higher number injured.

An account of the July 7th, 2005 London public transportation bombings, from the British Muslims’ perspectives.

Brief description of travel from the countryside to the horrors of a busy city.

I try to discover just what started my lifetime love of travelling by train. And it’s not just that – I love looking at them, seeing them pass, looking at timetables! And I don’t even own an anorak.