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| − | + | Whilst there are a number of large and attractive Bristols in the USA (the largest being in [[Connecticut]]), the most sizeable and oldest city called Bristol is in [[England]] - it is the sixth largest city in England in terms of population. | |
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| + | In mediaeval times it was one of the most important port cities in England, and in the 18th century a significant centre of the [[slave]] trade. | ||
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| + | [[John Cabot]] sailed from Bristol to discover [[Newfoundland]]. | ||
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| + | In the 19th century Bristol lost its maritime significance, since the larger ships coming into use could no longer navigate the several miles of river required to reach its docks. | ||
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| + | It is now the location of a prestigious university. | ||
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Revision as of 23:11, March 30, 2007
Whilst there are a number of large and attractive Bristols in the USA (the largest being in Connecticut), the most sizeable and oldest city called Bristol is in England - it is the sixth largest city in England in terms of population.
In mediaeval times it was one of the most important port cities in England, and in the 18th century a significant centre of the slave trade.
John Cabot sailed from Bristol to discover Newfoundland.
In the 19th century Bristol lost its maritime significance, since the larger ships coming into use could no longer navigate the several miles of river required to reach its docks.
It is now the location of a prestigious university.