Originally Posted by Bob Edwards Liverpool’s status as ‘second city of empire' was to some extent dependent on the ability of the Corporation and the city merchants to maintain, improve and expand dock facilities. Improving transport links between Liverpool and other city's like Leeds, Manchester and London was also very important. Coastal shipping was of course important and continued to provide an excellent service well into the 20th century. ...
Originally Posted by Bob Edwards Hidden Liverpool The Project Hidden Liverpool is an exciting yearlong project that will explore some of the city's empty buildings by inviting residents and visitors to share memories, stories and images of buildings that they worked in, visited and used but can no longer access. These memories will form the starting point for considering what the future of these buildings could be, developing ideas about how we can unlock the potential of Liverpool's hidden gems. ...
Originally Posted by Bob Edwards Wavertree Playground, also known locally as The Mystery was one of the first purpose-built public playgrounds in the United Kingdom. In May 1895, a stately home called "The Grange" was demolished and it looked inevitable that the estate it was based within would used as building for the increasing suburbs of Liverpool. Much to the surprise of Liverpool society, it was however announced that an anonymous donor had purchased the Grange ...
Originally Posted by Bob Edwards British Prime Minister Spencer Perceval was shot dead in the House of Commons lobby on May 11, 1812. Two hundred years later, his murder remains the only assassination of a British prime minister in history. John Bellingham ...
Originally Posted by Bob Edwards The focal point for Liverpool's Remembrance Day ceremony was the subject of much debate when it was first proposed. The Cenotaph on St George's Plateau is unusual for a war memorial, its long low shape deliberately made to fit the backdrop of St George's Hall. Designed by architect Lionel Budden it was unveiled in 1930. The original dedication ...
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