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many countries in Europe, the railway systems developed as separate privately owned companies operating regional networks, such as in the United Kingdom, France, Ireland, or Germany. Rail companies with permission to construct and operate a line were granted or instructed by government legislation, or by royal decree or license. During the 20th century the railways became organised and run through a countrywide organisation. For example, often through nationalisation, British Railways was created in 1948,

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