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Was October 27, 2026 the anniversary of the New York City subway?

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YES

Yes — the NYC subway opened on October 27, 1904, so today marks 122 years.

Why
  • First train left City Hall station on Oct 27, 1904
  • Ran to 145th Street in Harlem in 26 minutes
  • Mayor George McClellan drove the first car

checked 2:48 AM · Wikipedia: October 27, The New York Times, Google Books, MTA