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Imperial
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1751 AD to 1914 AD (end of the 18th century AD to the beginning of the 20th century AD)
This period comes after the Post Medieval period and before the modern period and starts with beginning of the Industrial Revolution in 1750. It includes the second part of the Hannoverian period (1714 – 1836) and the Victorian period (1837 – 1901). The Imperial period ends with the start of the First World War in 1914. more ->
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SITE *
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Unclassifiable site with minimal information. Specify site type wherever possible.
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BUILDING *
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A structure with a roof to provide shelter from the weather for occupants or contents. Use specific type where known.
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LOCK *
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A section of the water channel on a canal or river shut off above and below by lock gates provided with sluices to let the water out and in, and thus raise or lower boats from one level to another. Use more specific type where known.
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CANAL *
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An artificial navigable waterway used for the transportation of goods. Nowadays also used for recreational purposes.
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MILL *
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A factory used for processing raw materials. Use more specific mill type where known. See also TEXTILE MILL, for more narrow terms.
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MACHINERY *
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Apparatus used for applying a mechanical force, or to perform a particular function. Use more specific type where known.
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TAIL RACE *
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A water channel leading from a water wheel.
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SILK MILL *
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A mill used for the mechanized processing of silk.
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LEAT *
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Artificial water channel, usually leading to a mill.
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AQUEDUCT *
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An artificial water channel for carrying water over long distances. Use also for bridge-like structures that carry the channel or canal across a valley, river or other obstacle.
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WORSTED MILL *
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A factory where worsted, a well-twisted woollen yarn made from long staple wool and used in the manufacture of suits and other garments, was produced.
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WATERMILL *
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A mill whose machinery is driven by water.
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STREAM *
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A natural flow or current of water issuing from a source.
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* Copyright of English Heritage (1999)