A Bridge, a Furnace and the Birth of the Fossil Fuel World
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Жыл бұрынThe picturesque gorge of the River Severn in Shropshire boasts two significant landmarks of the early industrial revolution. In the village of Coalbrookdale in 1709, Abraham Darby I successfully smelted iron using coal instead of charcoal - an act that made iron production cheaper, faster and less dependent on geography. This new iron was also stronger and revolutionised small changes already taking place throughout Britain: the process of industrialisation. In 1779, Darby's grandson was at the helm of the company when its boldest project yet was undertaken... the building of the world's first free-standing iron structure - the iron bridge.
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@simonmcowan6874 Жыл бұрын
Super post, used to live nearby for many years, the high arch of the bridge was to allow the Severn Trows, - boats to clear the masts as they went under with their goods to the south, also the design of the cast frames was made as a kit of parts, based on wooden mockups, so once cast, you just slot and bolt the light but strong arches together to make the whole, less is more in this case.
@borricoyyo Жыл бұрын
Hello Ollie. Over the years I tried to get information and learn about Lancashire and its past mainly Manchester ,I found a lot of literature and nowadays in the internet as much as I could in platforms like you tube etc.Not until I found you I have enjoyed learning both in the information you give on a topic or the visuals with pictures. Thank you so much for all your hard work that I am sure goes into it . Saludos from Spain
@gustavfenk4021 Жыл бұрын
Demolishing the power station cooling towers at Ironbridge a couple of years back was a big mistake. That place documented the carbon age from beginning to end. Imagine if all the other relics had been blown up by property developers.
@BeeHereNowuk Жыл бұрын
Yeah it would have made a good museum in itself
@notyhbynorthwest Жыл бұрын
Olly, that was a brilliant video. I studied about the Industrial Revolution while in High School. I visited Ironbridge several times including school trips. And now I just saw this and can honestly say that I learned more watching your 11 minutes 55 seconds video and listening to your narrative than I ever did in the past. Could have done with you doing youtube videos on Calculus and Quantum Mechanics. Cheers, Ian 😵💫
@wonkdonk3844 Жыл бұрын
went to iron bridge as a kid would be nice to re-visit. great vid as always!
@ffrancrogowski2192 Жыл бұрын
Well presented and extremely enjoyable, Ollie. Many thanks.
@richardberechula2942 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant work! I really enjoyed and appreciated that, Ollie. Your episodes are steadily getting even better-made, all the time.
@BeeHereNowuk Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much, that's very kind
@PhilWaud Жыл бұрын
Love your videos mate, keep em coming!
@BeeHereNowuk Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much 😁
@simonbradshaw3708 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for another really enjoyable video. It's a pity the Severn Valley Railway never extended their line to Ironbridge.
@terryansell6641 Жыл бұрын
This was so interesting thank you from New Zealand
@nickcaunt750 Жыл бұрын
Pushed the bar up to the highest level with this one Ollie! Well done!
@macaidwin Жыл бұрын
Incredible good video! You found lots of supporting photos and made stunning images by drone. I love it!
@cncshrops Жыл бұрын
Absolutely the right connection to draw: revolutionary innovation and our current predicament. My personal Industrial Revolution heroes are George and Robert Stevenson. Their story is one of hard work, talent, modesty and vision. And yet, all that they developed and built has brought us here. Oh well, so it goes.
@BeeHereNowuk Жыл бұрын
Yes absolutely. There's no blame of course. Their ingenuity should be celebrated. It's just unfortunate that all things have consequences, which is the next problem for people to tackle. It's all just part of our navigation through history.
@34ofaninchofbrain80 Жыл бұрын
Thanks that was very interesting. So many things I wish I had seen when I once lived in the UK.
@johnhockenhull2819 Жыл бұрын
I came to Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge on an educational school trip many years ago. Memorable then and still so now. Thanks for refreshing my memory.
@adamdavis5056 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant video
@thomasdieckmann5711 Жыл бұрын
Great drone shots of this wonderful bridge!
@liamthompson9342 Жыл бұрын
Super interesting and informative
@BeeHereNowuk Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@tallpojjy Жыл бұрын
Excellent! I visit Ironbridge and the area every two years, one of the most interesting areas ever! Your video is wonderful!
@alexfrance500 Жыл бұрын
Super introduction to what was my hometown for many years - thanks for the memories!
@AndrewG1989 Жыл бұрын
I’m hoping to visit the iron bridge. Great video 👍
@mikego18753 Жыл бұрын
Very enjoyable,could have been crap but it wasn,t. Thanks.
@adriannorthcott873 Жыл бұрын
Another Excellent video Ollie keep them coming 👍
@timyorke4465 Жыл бұрын
I think you may have found the remains of Stonefang Tunnel there
@philipmurphy2 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant video.
@TroyTempest0 Жыл бұрын
Excellent vid. Ollie - really enjoyed it . I've always wanted to go and see Ironbrdge. One day soon I hope!
@bd4_l Жыл бұрын
Oh wow! Very interesting 🤔
@getyerspn Жыл бұрын
You deserve more subs ... You're video style is great ...pure or not 😜.
@BeeHereNowuk Жыл бұрын
Haha nice. I says the wrong things sometimes but I try 😉
@jetsons101 Жыл бұрын
Quick question: At 3:26 What was built first, The Iron Foundry or the Viaduct?? Or maybe they were built together?? Just wondering.
@alexfrance500 Жыл бұрын
The foundry was there long before the viaduct
@jetsons101 Жыл бұрын
@@alexfrance500 That's what I thought..... Thanks
@johnfreney3819 Жыл бұрын
Foundry
@Alan_Watkin Жыл бұрын
see such a great place we've destroyed the world,,,,, yep thats shropshire
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