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The story of Tom Thumb was originally a cultural folk story that was told by word of mouth along with many other popular Fairy Tales in Germany in the 1800s. The Brothers Grimm set out to preserve these stories, though in some cases taking creative licenses, and the story of Tom Thumb was one of them.

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Tom Thumb, the first American-built steam locomotive, was important because it demonstrated the feasibility of steam-powered transportation in the United States. It played a key role in advancing railway technology and helped pave the way for the expansion of railroads across the country.

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Peter Cooper invented the Tom Thumb.(or locomotive) It was invented during the Industrial Revolution in the 1800s. Fun Fact- The Tom Thumb was beaten in a race with a horse because it broke down right in front of the finish line. People were scared the ride a locomotive because it was rumored that if the train went too fast our blood would boil.

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The Tom Thumb was invented in 1830 by Peter Cooper.

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A steam powered rail road train.

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