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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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SHAFT *
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Use only if function unknown, otherwise use specific type.
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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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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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ROAD *
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A way between different places, used by horses, travellers on foot and vehicles.
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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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FIELD *
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An area of land, often enclosed, used for cultivation or the grazing of livestock.
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ROAD BRIDGE *
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A bridge carrying a road over land or water.
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PUBLIC HOUSE *
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The public house was a 19th century development, distinctive from the earlier BEER HOUSE by its decorative treatment and fittings.
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* Copyright of English Heritage (1999)