Bursting of the canal at Edgbaston

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Date:26th of May 1872

Description:Under the heading 'Serious accident at Birmingham' this print illustrates the scene that resulted when the Worcester and Birmingham Canal burst on Sunday morning, 26 May 1872. Considerable damage was caused to properties in Gough Road, Pakenham Road and Charlotte Road.

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Natural Disasters Gough Road Edgbaston Charlotte Road 1837 - 1900 (Victorian Period)

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Creators: Warwickshire Photographic Survey - Creator

Image courtesy of: Birmingham Libraries

Donor ref:Local Studies Dpt - Warks Photo Survey Large Views (60/7614)

Source: Birmingham Libraries

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