Author: Frederick Davis
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Category : Luton (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
The History of Luton ...
Author: Frederick Davis
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Luton (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Luton (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
The History of Luton and Its Hamlets
Author: William Austin
Publisher:
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Category : Luton (Bedfordshire)
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Luton (Bedfordshire)
Languages : en
Pages : 494
Book Description
A History of Luton
Author: Anne Allsopp
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750986751
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
In the past, Luton was a market town and, for many years, was also a centre for the brewing industry. In the 19th century it became famous for hat making, and more recently it has grown into a thriving industrial centre. During the Second World War it played an important part in the manufacture of army vehicles, and children bound for school had to dodge the Churchill tanks on their way to various theatres of conflict. Nowadays, Luton Airport is the gateway for all types of traveller and the town is well known for its famous football team. Luton has always provided visitors with a warm welcome and many have stayed and made the town their home. Local industry offered employment opportunities in the early 20th century and many had cause to be grateful for its relative prosperity during the Great Depression. Following the Second World War, immigrants from the Indian subcontinent and from the West Indies brought with them colourful new cultures that are celebrated in the annual Carnival. This fascinating and illustrated account of Luton's past will inform and delight anyone who lives in the town and inspire those who grew up here.
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750986751
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
In the past, Luton was a market town and, for many years, was also a centre for the brewing industry. In the 19th century it became famous for hat making, and more recently it has grown into a thriving industrial centre. During the Second World War it played an important part in the manufacture of army vehicles, and children bound for school had to dodge the Churchill tanks on their way to various theatres of conflict. Nowadays, Luton Airport is the gateway for all types of traveller and the town is well known for its famous football team. Luton has always provided visitors with a warm welcome and many have stayed and made the town their home. Local industry offered employment opportunities in the early 20th century and many had cause to be grateful for its relative prosperity during the Great Depression. Following the Second World War, immigrants from the Indian subcontinent and from the West Indies brought with them colourful new cultures that are celebrated in the annual Carnival. This fascinating and illustrated account of Luton's past will inform and delight anyone who lives in the town and inspire those who grew up here.
Secret Luton
Author: Paul Adams
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445666332
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Explore Luton's secret history through a fascinating selection of stories, facts and photographs.
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445666332
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Explore Luton's secret history through a fascinating selection of stories, facts and photographs.
A Catalogue of ... [books] ...
Author: Bernard Quaritch (Firm)
Publisher:
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Category : Antiquarian booksellers
Languages : en
Pages : 1062
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiquarian booksellers
Languages : en
Pages : 1062
Book Description
The Journal of the Friends' Historical Society
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Category : Society of Friends
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Society of Friends
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
The Publications of the Bedfordshire Historical Record Society
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Category : Bedfordshire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 652
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Publisher:
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Category : Bedfordshire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
The First Proofs of the Universal Catalogue of Books on Art
Author: Victoria and Albert museum (Londres). National art library
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Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 674
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 674
Book Description
Catalogue of the Library of the Corporation of the City of London. Instituted in the Year 1824: A-L
Author: Guildhall Library (London, England)
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Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 604
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 604
Book Description
Luton in 50 Buildings
Author: Paul Rabbitts
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445692821
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
Discover the history and architectural treasures, past and present, of the Bedfordshire town of Luton.
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445692821
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
Discover the history and architectural treasures, past and present, of the Bedfordshire town of Luton.