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What are the good things about London in the 1600's?
Unfortunately, London during the 1600's was not somewhere you wanted to be. The streets were overcrowded and disease and foul odors were everywhere. However, business during this time period was booming and people who worked on the docks could stand to make a good living for themselves and their families.
How much damage was done to London on the first night of the blitz?
There is not an exact figure of the first night of the Blitz. I did find this record regarding the air raids done by the German Bomber Planes. The first intentional air raids on London were mainly aimed at the Port of London, causing severe damage. Late in the afternoon of 7 September, 364 bombers attacked, escorted by 515 fighters. Another 133 bombers attacked that night. Many of the bombs aimed at the docks fell on neighbouring residential areas, killing 436 Londoners and injuring 1,666. This comes from Wikipedia Encyclopedia under the heading of The Blitz. See related link below to read the rest of it.
What city did Britain bomb during World War 2?
Depends on where you were. If you were in London, or any of the industrial centers like Coventry, Birmingham or West Bromwich, or anywhere there was a docks, you could pretty much expect the Luftwaffe to come calling every night of the week, week after week with tons and tons of bombs.
When did British Transport Docks Board end?
British Transport Docks Board ended in 1981.
What job was most common during the Great Depression?
Jobs at the docks or factories were the most common.
Where in London are wharfs?
They used to be in London's docks but no commercial shipping comes in to London now. Some of the names of the wharfs still live on, but they're not used for their original purpose.
What happened to the London Docks during world war 2?
They were bombed by the German luftwaffe.
What is the London docks used for?
London Docks ceased to be used for shipping in the 1970's and 80's because modern ships had become too big to access them. Since then the Docklands area has been re-developed into a mixture of residential, commercial and light industrial premises.
Why were the Royal Docks built?
The Royal Docks were built in the mid-19th century to accommodate the growing trade and shipping needs of London. Located in the East End, they were designed to handle larger vessels and facilitate the import and export of goods, contributing to the economic expansion of the city during the Industrial Revolution. Additionally, the docks aimed to alleviate congestion in the older docks and improve access to the Thames River for maritime activities. Their construction played a significant role in establishing London as a major global trading hub.
When did the docks get built?
The construction of docks varies by location, but many significant docks were built during the Industrial Revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries to accommodate growing trade and shipping needs. For example, the London Docklands saw major development starting in the late 18th century. However, specific docks can have their own unique timelines depending on local demand and infrastructure development. If you have a particular dock in mind, please specify for more precise information.
What does the London docks look like today?
The old London Docks have been converted - or are in the process of being converted - into residential and office accommodation. There is even an airport on one of the old docks.
What were the London docks used for?
For the importing and exporting of seaborne goods. They fell into disuse during the 1970's and 80's due to the containerisation of import/export goods and the much bigger ships needed for this trade which the London docks weren't big enough to handle.
What problems did the decline of London docks cause?
Major unemployment in East London.
What are the travel options if you want to get from central London to London Tilbury docks?
There is a train service from London Fenchuch Street station to Tilbury Town station, which is adjacent to Tilbury Docks. Trains are operated by c2c.
Where is canary wharf in London?
In East London in the old London Docks area now known as Docklands.
What is the use of boat docks?
Boat docks are most commonly used for the departure and arrival of boats and ships. Boat Docks are also used for loading and unloading cargo such as when using boats for shipping.
Which docks in London stood in for Venice during the filming of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade?
Tilbury Docks in Essex, England, were used as the waters of Venice for the high speed boat chase in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
