Congestion is not new. It predates the industrial revolution, the motor vehicle, and the modern city. It was common in ancient time, in 17th century London, and in 19th century New York. The produce markets, port areas, and downtowns of yesteryear all were overcrowded and congested.


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    Title :

    Historical Perspective of Urban Traffic Congestion


    Additional title:

    Springer Tracts on Transportation, Traffic


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    2015-03-14


    Size :

    13 pages





    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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