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Bristol became a city in 1542 and trade across the Atlantic developed. The city was captured by Royalist troops and then recaptured for Parliament during the English Civil War. During the 17th and 18th centuries the transatlantic slave trade and the Industrial Revolution brought further prosperity.
Vor 3 Tagen · History. The medieval town of Bristol was incorporated in 1155. The harbour was improved in 1247 by diverting the Frome to the west and building a stone bridge at the point of its former confluence with the Avon.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Bristol has a long history of trade, originally exporting wool cloth and importing fish, wine, grain and dairy products; later imports were tobacco, tropical fruits and plantation goods. Major imports are motor vehicles, grain, timber, produce and petroleum products.
Discover. About Bristol. History of Bristol. The rich and eventful history of Bristol stretches back over many centuries. We have detailed some of Bristol’s history in the timeline below. JUMP TO: Roman Bristol. Bristol in the Saxon, Norman and Medieval periods. Tudor and Elizabethan Bristol (1485-1603) English Civil War (1642 – 1651)
14. März 2021 · Learn about the origins, development, and features of Bristol, a historic town in the West of England. Discover its trade, culture, landmarks, and people from the Saxon period to the present day.
Bristol ist eine Stadt, eine Unitary Authority sowie eine zeremonielle Grafschaft im Südwesten von England am Fluss Avon. Bristol hatte im Jahr 2019 etwa 463.000 Einwohner. Musikalisch hat die Stadt in den 1990er Jahren den Bristol Sound hervorgebracht.
Learn about the history of Bristol, from its medieval origins as a major port and trading centre, to its role in the slave trade, the Industrial Revolution and the modern era. Explore the landmarks, events and figures that shaped the city's past and present.
