Why The Last Private Subway in America was Abandoned | Leonard’s Underground Transit
Use my code SOCASH or click the link in the description for 20% off DeleteMe. Go to http://joindeleteme.com/SOCASH, activate your plan, and reclaim your privacy. Don't wait until someone else misuses your data—protect yourself now. Hidden beneath the streets of Fort Worth, Texas, lies the story of America’s only privately-owned subway—a transit system unlike anything else in the nation. Built in 1963 by Leonard’s Department Store, this free underground shuttle carried thousands of shoppers from a 5,000-car riverfront parking lot directly into the store’s basement. In this episode, we uncover how Marvin and Obadiah Leonard turned a bold idea into a reality, why it became a hit with customers and office workers alike, and what ultimately led to its quiet closure in 2002. From golden spikes to abandoned tunnels, this is the forgotten tale of Fort Worth’s Leonard Subway. Support the Channel by becoming a member 👉 / @itshistory IT’S HISTORY - Weekly Tales of American Urban Decay as presented by your host Ryan Socash. • IT'S HISTORY 🔥 Trending » Subscribe: / @itshistory » Listen podcasts: https://ffm.bio/itshistory » CONTACT For brands, agencies, and sponsorships: [email protected] Click here to book a sponsorship with me http://thoughtleaders.io/reserve/its-... » DISCLAIMER Some media elements in this video are used under the fair use provisions of U.S. copyright law (Title 17, Section 107) for purposes of commentary, criticism, and education. If you believe your image or content was used in a way that violates your rights, please contact us at [email protected] » CREDIT Scriptwriter - Ryan Socash Editor - Karolina Szwata Host - Ryan Socash Thumbnail source: “Tandy Center Subway in a station” by LimeBye, licensed under CC BY 2.0. » NOTICE Some images may be used for illustrative purposes only - always reflecting the accurate time frame and content. Events of factual error / mispronounced word/spelling mistakes - retractions will be published in this section.
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