The Worlds First Iron Bridge. by artaddict2
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Abraham Darby III. completed the Worlds first Iron Bridge in 1779 and dominates the landscape here in Telford Shropshire,UK.
His Grandfather Abraham Darby I a god fearing Quaker and Master of the local ironworks had in 1709, perfected a way to use plentiful coke rather than expensive charcoal, to smelt iron. The sudden abundance of iron unleashedthe country's natural inventiveness;soon the dicovery would fuel Britains Industrial Revolution.
There was a Toll to cross the bridge. various charges were incurred, eg.
For every Coach,Landau,Hearse,Chaise,Chair or such like carriages drawn by six, Horses, Mares, Geldings or Mules Two Shillings. It went on to list various charges for all kinds of Animals and of course people. a sheep calf pig or lamb was 1/2 old Penny.
A note at the bottom of the Toll said. NB. This bridge being Private Property, every officer or soldier,whether on duty or not, is liable to pay toll for passing over as wel as any luggage waggon, mail coach or the ROYAL FAMILY.
As we arrived in Telford on our visit to the Ironbridge Gorge Museums The bridge was clouded by thick fog.
And thanks for all comments.
Comments (25)
cmolsen2002
Gorgeous pic! The mist just adds to the mood. This is lovely, and your narrartive is very enlightening and interesting. Thankyou
Janiss
Such marvelous atmosphere and this POV is perfect.... a GREAT capture my friend!
auntietk
I love the misty mood, the artistic vision, and the egalitarian attitude!
thevolunteer
I like the atmosphere too. Great history lesson. The mist really makes it feel like the old days. Aloha
JeffG7BRJ
I just new I should have taken my camera out of the car and gone down there with you. This is an exceptional picture Alan, the mist rising of the river gives it real mood and I know for a fact it was very cold. The narrative also holds just the right amount of information. I like how you capitalised the Royal Family. That bit really interested me, finding out that even they had to pay to cross. This is going straight to my favourites M8. Nice one. Bravo!!!!!5+5+
mickuk50
you`ve captured plenty of atmosphere here alan and plenty of info to read which makes it all the better mick
stormsong
wonderful history and architechure. Spelled wrong I know. Beautiful capture of the age and mists.
prionbrain
I never knew this!!! Awesome photo!!! Thanks for the history lesson!!!
drag
This is a beautiful old bridge and yes the mist just adds to a great atmosphere. Wonderfully captured.
camilledubuc
fancy and beautiful structure.
weesel
Excellent image. The fog just adds to the overall effect. Excellent history as well.
vkoontz
Not only functional but artistic great pic!
Leeco
Very atmospheric. Very interesting. Very lovely. I like all of it, pic and story. Thanks for sharing. Lee
MrsLubner
Fantastic pov. The mood is great.
Windworker
Your've honored this significant achievement very well with your fine photo and commentary!
rainbows
A superb shot of the Iron Bridge. So very moody in the mist. Top Notch work, Alan. Very well done. Hugs. Diane.
junge1
This is a fantastic shot and the background info very interesting. I think the fog makes the picture!!!
Aioros
That is just spectacular! Beautiful image.
lizzibell
beautiful bridge...
misha_d
brilliant...
iaacf
A beautiful work is this, I would rather say a beautiful art work. The photograph is very beautiful, I like the fog in it..it makes the photo a lot more mysterious.
gargoyle84
Wonderful shot! And the history lesson is great, too! I didn't realize anything like this existed! Thanks for sharing!!!! I agree with iaacf about the fog -- it adds such character to the photo as well as to the bridge! Fantastic! :^)
pixeltek
Excellent early-morning(?) capture. Or it may be just the mist/fog that makes it look that way. In any case, it adds just the right amount of mystery here. A relic from bygone days. Interesting is how the old 'industrial' look was often an artform in itself. As much engineering and time was probably spent on making it attractive, as on making it functional.
toddaking
Great picture and interesting information. Nice! Todd
onefeather
Very interesting history! Lovely capture! ty for sharing!