Portsmouth Labour Saving Demonstrated
The block-making system demonstrates that a small mechanised workforce can replace much larger numbers of skilled manual workers.
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1808 in France — Page 2
Explore 43 historical events and records for France in 1808.
Historical records for France in 1808
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Portsmouth Makes Thousands Of Naval Blocks
The mechanised installation produced roughly one hundred and thirty thousand rigging blocks within the year. The installation demonstrates the adaptation of existing dock infrastructure.
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Installs his brother Joseph as the King of Spain
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