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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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STONE QUARRY *
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An excavation from which stone for building is obtained by cutting, blasting etc.
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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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INDUSTRIAL *
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This is the top term for the class. See INDUSTRIAL Class List for narrow terms.
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WHARF *
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A large wooden structure built alongside the water's edge where ships may lie for unloading.
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BRIDGE *
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A structure of wood, stone, iron, brick or concrete, etc, with one or more intervals under it to span a river or other space. Use specific type where known.
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TRAMWAY *
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A track inlaid into a surface, on which tram cars run for the conveyance of passengers and/or goods or raw materials.
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CANAL WHARF *
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A large wooden structure built alongside the edge of a canal where narrow boats may lie for the loading and unloading of goods.
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* Copyright of English Heritage (1999)