History of Blaenavon Ironworks
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Development of the iron industry in Blaenafon.
A visual explanation why the iron industry developed in south Wales town Blaenafon, now a World Heritage Site and the surrounding valleys.
From:
Counties of Wales Monmouth
First broadcast
:
08 July 2004
Teachers' notes
Age Group : 11-14
Subject : History
Topic : Industrial Wales and Britain
Keywords : Iron industry, Blaenavon, Blaenavon ironworks,
Notes : A useful clip to introduce why the iron industry developed in South Wales. Use for local studies in Blaenafon or prior to visit.
