360What happened in 1994?
4 moments from 1994 on 360n60, each told in 60 words or fewer.
- History · 6 May 1994
The Channel Tunnel opens between Britain and France
On 6 May 1994, Queen Elizabeth II and French President François Mitterrand opened the Channel Tunnel, linking Britain and France by rail under the sea. About 50 km long, with about 38 km under the seabed, it has the longest undersea section of any tunnel. Eurostar trains now link London and Paris in about two and a quarter hours.
- 1994 · from Saudi Arabia is confirmed as host of the 2034 World Cup
Saudi Arabia's first World Cup appearance
- 6 May 1994 · from The Channel Tunnel opens between Britain and France
The tunnel opens
- November 1994 · from The Channel Tunnel opens between Britain and France
Eurostar services begin