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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 4 Tagen · Bristol, city and unitary authority, southwestern England. It was part of the historic counties of Gloucestershire and Somerset until the creation of the county of Bristol (1373–1974) and then of the county of Avon (1974–96). When the county of Avon was abolished, Bristol became a unitary authority.
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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)
Bristol received a royal charter in 1155 and was historically divided between Gloucestershire and Somerset until 1373 when it became a county corporate. From the 13th to the 18th century, Bristol was among the top three English cities, after London, in tax receipts.
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- 1155
- 36 ft (11 m)
- England
Geschichte. Blick auf Bristol Bridge und Schlosspark. Die Stadt Brycgstow ( Altenglisch, der Ort an der Brücke) existierte bereits zu Beginn des 11. Jahrhunderts und erhielt unter normannischer Herrschaft eine der stärksten Burgen in Südengland. Im 12.
- 465.866 (Stand: 2020)
- 110 km² (42,47 mi²)
- Gloucestershire, Somerset
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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.
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.
