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The fens, a low-lying wetland region in eastern England, were drained primarily to convert the marshy land into arable farmland. This drainage process, which began in the Middle Ages and continued into the 18th and 19th centuries, aimed to improve agricultural productivity and reduce the risk of flooding. Additionally, the drainage facilitated settlement and development in the area, leading to increased economic opportunities. However, it also resulted in significant ecological changes and loss of wetland habitats.

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