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1940s photos show how this Southeast Asian capital moved before 6.9 million motorbikes took over

From rickshaws and cyclos to trams, buses and trolleybuses, Hanoi's public transport has passed through many incarnations, each tied to memories of the old city.

1940s photos show how this Southeast Asian capital moved before 6.9 million motorbikes took over

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From rickshaws and cyclos to trams, buses and trolleybuses, Hanoi's public transport has passed through many incarnations, each tied to memories of the old city.

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From rickshaws and cyclos to trams, buses and trolleybuses, Hanoi's public transport has passed through many incarnations, each tied to memories of the old city.

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