The Hammersmith & City line, part of the London Underground, is the second oldest Tube service in London, with origins tracing back to 1861. Although it was built to connect to the Metropolitan Railway, it took 125 years for the line to appear on the modern Underground map. Following its opening in 1864, the line saw various ownership changes, was electrified in the early 20th century, and finally transitioned to a distinct identity, separating from the Metropolitan branding in 1990.
The Hammersmith & City line is the second-oldest Tube service in London, taking 125 years to be represented on the modern Underground map.
Initially built in 1861, the Hammersmith & City Railway connected to the Metropolitan Railway, with the first section opening in 1864.
Despite being a separate line, Hammersmith & City was shown under the Metropolitan Railway branding until its own identity emerged in 1990.
The line has expanded to serve east London over the decades, with significant developments like electrification occurring in the early 20th century.
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