Short for The Ghan, a historic transcontinental passenger train that runs through Australia, or historically, an Afghan trader or merchant.
As a train name, it's a shortened form of 'Afghan,' referencing the Afghan camel herders who traveled Australian trade routes. Historically referred to Afghan merchants in the Indian subcontinent and Australia during the 19th century.
The Ghan train is named after Afghan camel herders who crossed Australian deserts before railroads existed—one word captures centuries of forgotten history and the camels that built Australian commerce!
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