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The 1816 Opening of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Bringing Coal to the Busy Western Ports

Posted on August 5, 2013 by Regina Jeffers

The Leeds and Liverpool Canal is a canal in Northern England, linking the cities of Leeds and Liverpool. Over a distance of 127 miles (204 km), it crosses the Pennines, and includes 91 locks on the main line. It has … Continue reading →

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