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The Mallard steam train is famous for setting the world speed record for steam locomotives, reaching 126 miles per hour on July 3, 1938. Its streamlined design and advanced engineering made it a symbol of the peak of steam train technology. Additionally, the Mallard is celebrated for its historical significance and aesthetic appeal, making it a beloved piece of railway heritage. Today, it is preserved in the National Railway Museum in York, England, attracting train enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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