Historical Events tagged with "river dee"
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Inauguration of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct was officially opened in 1805, designed by engineer Thomas Telford. Spanning the River Dee in Wales, this remarkable structure stands 126 feet high and stretches over 1,007 feet long. The opening was celebrated with a procession of invited guests, including dignitaries and local citizens. Telford's innovation allowed canal boats to cross the river, greatly improving transportation links in the region. This engineering masterpiece showcased the advancements in civil engineering of the time and played a crucial role in the development of the canal network in Britain.
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