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The Anglo-Argentine Tramways Company pulled out of its construction due to the ______ of the 1930s.
The Anglo-Argentine Tramways Company pulled out of its construction due to the ______ of the 1930s.
Great Depression
The line was extended from Diagonal Norte to its present terminus at ______ in 1936.
The line was extended from Diagonal Norte to its present terminus at ______ in 1936.
Retiro
Line E was opened in ______.
Line E was opened in ______.
1938
Line Es' route was altered in ______ to meet at Independencia.
Line Es' route was altered in ______ to meet at Independencia.
Siemens modernised the signalling systems on the line at a cost of $______ million.
Siemens modernised the signalling systems on the line at a cost of $______ million.
The work was completed towards the end of ______.
The work was completed towards the end of ______.
In ______ the mechanical stop-gear devices were replaced by magnetic induction devices.
In ______ the mechanical stop-gear devices were replaced by magnetic induction devices.
The line was constructed by the ______.
The line was constructed by the ______.
On 9 August ______, two new stations were inaugurated.
On 9 August ______, two new stations were inaugurated.
The line was further extended in 1973 to ______ MarÃa Moreno and then again in 1985 to Plaza de los Virreyes.
The line was further extended in 1973 to ______ MarÃa Moreno and then again in 1985 to Plaza de los Virreyes.
The transformations from 1996 by the private concessionaire ______ brought about a radical change in the appearance of the stations.
The transformations from 1996 by the private concessionaire ______ brought about a radical change in the appearance of the stations.
The PreMetro E2 tramway was completed in ______ and was linked to Line E with the intention of connecting a larger Premetro network to the line.
The PreMetro E2 tramway was completed in ______ and was linked to Line E with the intention of connecting a larger Premetro network to the line.
The previous coloured ______ that embellished the stations were covered.
The previous coloured ______ that embellished the stations were covered.
Under the private operation of the Subte by MetrovÃas, the colour of the line was changed from ______ to purple during the 1990s.
Under the private operation of the Subte by MetrovÃas, the colour of the line was changed from ______ to purple during the 1990s.
The transformers were changed to ones that did not contain ______, a carcinogenic chemical.
The transformers were changed to ones that did not contain ______, a carcinogenic chemical.
The extension to Retiro was part of a general effort to extend the ______ Aires Underground.
The extension to Retiro was part of a general effort to extend the ______ Aires Underground.
By 2014, all the major structural works had been completed on the three new stations with the ______ and signalling systems still to be completed.
By 2014, all the major structural works had been completed on the three new stations with the ______ and signalling systems still to be completed.
The City of Buenos Aires confirmed that, despite the advanced state of the works, the extension would not be opened until ______ citing delays that came about as a result of the transfer of the works from the National Government to the City Government in 2012.
The City of Buenos Aires confirmed that, despite the advanced state of the works, the extension would not be opened until ______ citing delays that came about as a result of the transfer of the works from the National Government to the City Government in 2012.
Study Notes
Line E History
- Opened in 1934, extended from Constitución to Diagonal Norte in the city centre
- Extended again in 1936 from Diagonal Norte to Retiro, remaining unchanged since then
- Original stations featured murals depicting rural Spain, Moorish influences, and gold powder decorations
Technology and Modernisation
- Initially equipped with Automatic Train Stop (ATS) technology
- Signalling systems modernised in 2016 with Communications-based train control (CBTC) at a cost of $18 million
- Mechanical stop-gear devices replaced with magnetic induction devices in 1980, then electronic systems with Automatic Train Protection (ATP) in 1998
- Tracks replaced, and a new automatic signal system with ATP installed
- Transformers changed to PCB-free ones
Station Modernisation
- Stations renovated from 1996, covering original coloured friezes with asphalt-type material
- Exceptions were Callao and Carlos Gardel, which featured white tiles with black veins
- Two new stations, Tronador - Villa Ortúzar and De los Incas - Parque Chas, opened in 2003
Extensions and Connections
- Extension to Retiro completed on June 3, 2019, expected to increase ridership by 25%
- Extension included new stations at Catalinas and Correo Central
- Line E connects with Line C and the Mitre Line at Retiro, and eventually with Line H
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Learn about the development of the Buenos Aires metro system, including the impact of the Great Depression and its expansion in the 1930s. Discover the key milestones in the construction of this vital transportation network. Test your knowledge of this fascinating piece of urban history!
