The History of the Greek Railways
The History of the Greek Railways
The History of the Greek Railways
Documentary
90
Watch TV Show
Download TV Show
Overview
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.
Status: Ended
First Air Date: 2022-02-08
Runtime: 0h 45m
Director: Takis Dimitrakopoulos
Writer: Unknown
Top Cast
Kostis Savvidakis
Kostis Savvidakis
Self - Narrator (voice)
Episodes - Season 1
The birth of the Greek Railways
The birth of the Greek Railways
Episode 1
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.
The Attica Railway System
The Attica Railway System
Episode 2
We follow the Attica Railways through time, from their glorious days with the amazing “Beast of Kifissia”, up to the decline of the network.
Thessaloniki Railways through the memories of Railway Workers - Part Ι
Thessaloniki Railways through the memories of Railway Workers - Part Ι
Episode 3
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.
Thessaloniki Railways through the memories of Railway Workers - Part ΙΙ
Thessaloniki Railways through the memories of Railway Workers - Part ΙΙ
Episode 4
We learn about telecommunications rail networks and their importance for rail travel.
The Railways of East Macedonia and Thrace
The Railways of East Macedonia and Thrace
Episode 5
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.
The Railway Networks of Idomeni and Florina
The Railway Networks of Idomeni and Florina
Episode 6
Two different routes. Two different railway networks. Two different railway companies. Two different railway destinations in Gevgeli and Monastiri. A common starting point. Thessaloniki.
The railway connection between Athens and Thessaloniki
The railway connection between Athens and Thessaloniki
Episode 7
Such a long distance is now covered by train in just 4 hours, forming one of the most important transport routes in Greece.
The Railways of Thessaly
The Railways of Thessaly
Episode 8
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.
The railway networks of the North Peloponnese and Aetolia-Acarnania
The railway networks of the North Peloponnese and Aetolia-Acarnania
Episode 9
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.
The railway networks of the Central and South Peloponnese
The railway networks of the Central and South Peloponnese
Episode 10
The network of the Piraeus-Athens-Peloponnese Railways had already begun to spread in the early 1880s.
The Greek Railways during the National Struggles, Part 1
The Greek Railways during the National Struggles, Part 1
Episode 11
We learn about the crucial role played by the Greek railway networks in warfare.
The Greek Railways in the National Causes, Part 2
The Greek Railways in the National Causes, Part 2
Episode 12
As Germans, Italians and Bulgarians invade Greece, the Greek railways fall into the hands of the enemy.
Recommendations

Conversations with a Killer: The Jeffrey Dahmer Tapes
78
Conversations with a Killer: The Jeffrey Dahmer Tapes
The Penguin
84
Drama
The Penguin
Na lovu
54
Na lovu
Mussolini – Son of the Century
81
Drama
Mussolini – Son of the Century
Puella Magi Madoka Magica
81
Animation
Drama
Puella Magi Madoka Magica
The Grimm Variations
72
Animation
Drama
The Grimm Variations
Toradora!
82
Animation
Comedy
Drama
Toradora!
Doc
75
Drama
Doc
Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities
75
Drama
Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities
Bobby's World
69
Animation
Bobby's World
The Lookalike
57
The Lookalike
The Åre Murders
65
Drama
The Åre Murders
The Madame Blanc Mysteries
72
Drama
The Madame Blanc Mysteries
WISH YOU: Your Melody From My Heart
65
Drama
WISH YOU: Your Melody From My Heart
My Family
71
Drama
Comedy
My Family
GAMERS!
80
Animation
Comedy
GAMERS!
No Longer Allowed in Another World
76
Animation
Comedy
Drama
No Longer Allowed in Another World
A League of Their Own
69
Comedy
Drama
A League of Their Own
Petra
68
Drama
Petra
Why R U?
73
Drama
Comedy
Why R U?