Cugnot: The Basics

The world’s first self-propelled (and indeed, high pressure) steam engine was built in France by Army Officer Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot, in 1769. Designed to help move heavy siege guns, further development of the Fardier a Vapeur was put on hold due to intrigue at the Court of Louis XV. Find out more about the replica Fardier Cugnot at: en You can follow Rail Story on Twitter @Railstory Find me on Facebook Support Rail Story on Patreon to get early access to Channel content: Go on, buy me a coffee ( you know you want to)