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OLD SUKASHI TSUBA-JAPANESE ANTIQUE SAMURAI SWORD GUARD　#129 $135.00

ANTIQUE,RARE,SUPERB,JAVANESE KERIS SILVER./knife/SWORD/BALI $1,234.00

A Brief History of Birmingham by Susan Ashby

Best known for being one of the heartlands of the industrial revolution of the 18th century Birmingham has a history dating back to the Bronze Age 4000 years ago. Evidence of Bronze Age burial mounds had been found in the Kings Norton district, but there was no accompanying evidence of any settlements. During 2005, when work began on a relief road around the nearby suburb of Northfield, that evidence emerged setting a starting point for the history of the city. It is also known that the area around Selly Oak has connections with the Romans, possibly having been a junction between Roman military roads. One explanation of Selly Oak is that there was an Oak tree under which the soldiers would be ‘paid’ their salt.

Although the site of Weoley Castle, the manor house of Northfield, is mentioned in the Doomsday book as being the property of one William Fitz Ansculf, the recorded history of Birmingham only goes back about 1000 years and started when the city began to grow out of the various Anglo-Saxon settlements in the area. In 1166 King Henry II granted Peter De Bermingham, Lord of the Manor, permission to hold a weekly market which established Birmingham as a town. By 1250 the town had the right to hold an annual fair in the summer making it a regional centre of its time, attracting traders from all over the Midlands. During this time wool dyeing and weaving became a speciality of the town.

Leather work from Birmingham also became popular and it was in the 14th century that Birmingham first started to develop a reputation in metal working. In 1500 Birmingham was still a small market town with a population of around 1,500 people. However, in the following years the population expanded rapidly. By 1560 it was 2000 and by 1650 had reached 5000 making it a large and important town to the Midlands. Its reputation for the quality of workmanship from its cutlers, nailors and Blacksmiths was well established with Birmingham being able to take advantage of the three natural resources; coal, iron ore and limestone from the nearby Black Country and the watermills by the streams which powered the bellows for the forges.

During the English Civil War Birmingham was staunchly Parliamentarian. However, it was sacked several times by the Royalists. It was at this time that Birmingham first became noted for the production of small arms, producing thousands of swords for Cromwell’s army. As the arms trade developed the area of the city where most of the manufacturing took place became known as the Birmingham Gun Quarter. At its peak it was producing thousands of firearms a week, including famous names such as Farmer & Galton and Webley & Scott. The Birmingham Small Arms Company (BSA) was not formed until 1861. In the 20th century it also went on to become well known for making motor-cycles and still has a factory in the Small Heath district manufacturing firearms.

In 1715 St Phillip’s church was built in the city centre, on Colmore Row. Later, the famous pre-Raphaelite painter Burne-Jones designed the stained glass windows, which still adorn it. In 1905 it became the Church of England cathedral in Birmingham. The first Roman Catholic cathedral to be built in England for 300 years, since the Reformation, was built in Birmingham in 1841. Designed by Augustus Pugin, St Chad’s is a classic example of revivalist Gothic architecture

During the 18th century, fuelled by the industrial revolution the population of Birmingham boomed. By 1750 it was 23,000 and by the end of the century it was 73,000. Business also boomed as the demand for metal products continued to rise. In 1769 the first canal in Birmingham was opened linking the town with Wednesbury, in the Black Country. It is around this time that the city also started to become famous for its jewellery and a flourishing glass trade was also developing. Linking back to the well established metal working trades in the town was the rise to prominence of Birmingham as a producer of pen nibs.

Throughout the 19th century the town council started to spend money from the wealth generated by the towns industries on civic projects. The Botanical Gardens opened in 1832, the new Town Hall was built in 1834, and public baths in 1852. 1861 saw the first Birmingham public library and the Museum and Art Gallery opened in 1885.

The years between 1873-1875 saw the great civic leader, Joseph Chamberlain, as the Mayor. He went on to make Birmingham a role model for how a town council should provide for its citizens. By 1837 Birmingham was connected to Liverpool by a railway line and a year later it was connected to London. These events again caused a boom in trade giving Birmingham rapid access to the port of Liverpool to export goods and rapid communications with the capital city, London, helping commerce in the city to develop. With the population exceeding 500,000, in 1889 Birmingham was granted City status by a Royal Charter.

At the dawn of the 20th century new industries developed in the city: bicycle making, tyre manufacturing, electrical engineering and motor vehicle manufacturing companies all started up to provide the goods being demanded as the industrial age began to change to the technological age. In the 1930s the population hit the 1,000,000 mark and the city boundaries were expanded to allow more council homes to be built. Heavily bombed during World War II, the city was able to quickly demolish any remaining slum areas and provide housing more in keeping with the 20th century.

Susan Ashby of Birmingham Singles has travelled extensively around the United Kingdom writing articles on each of the major cities. To read more articles on Birmingham or for dating in Birmingham visit http://www.birmingham-singles.co.uk

Article Source: http://www.earticlesonline.com/Article/A-Brief-History-of-Birmingham/248639

Terrible Swift Sword – Volume 2 – The Centennial History of the Civil War $2.49

Set of Civil War Photo Prints Union Soldiers, Swords $7.00

NEW The Sword of Honor: A Story of the Civil War – J… $23.45

Antique CDV Photo of Civil War Union Soldier w/ Sword & Spotted Dog / Dalmatian $90.00

Don Troiani – Sword Of Virginia – Civil War Print $135.00

1963 The Centennial History Of The Civil War TERRIBLE SWIFT SWORD, B.Catton, 1st $14.00

SWORD OF HONOR Civil War Third Maine Regiment 1906 1st $89.90

CIVIL WAR PICKET GUARD, ARMY OF THE POTOMAC HORSE SWORD $36.00

Mort Kunstler – Blessing of the Sword – Collectible Civil War Print $195.00

ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC / GAR SWORD BADGE – MEDAL $33.00

SWORD OVER RICHMONDAN EYEWITNESS HISTORY OF McCLELLAN’S PENINSULA CAMPAIGN $4.00

Mort Kunstler ~ Blessing of the Sword ~ Civil War Fine Art Print $99.95

Terrible Swift Sword (The Centennial History of the Civil War, Volume Two) 1963 $12.99

F) KEYRING CIVIL WAR CAVALIER SWORD INFRONT OF LEGS $3.17

SWORD OF HONOR Story of Civil war Third Maine Regiment 1906 1st Edition $79.99

1863 Civil War Token – The Flag Of Our Union – Crossed Swords – Outstanding! $1.25

Swords of the American Civil War NEW by Richard H. Bezd $46.56

Civil War Patriotic Cover ~Sword of the Union ~ #3 $10.00

Civil war sword. Horstmann of Philadelphia $500.00

“Blessing of the Sword” Mort Kunstler Civil War Print $200.00

Battle Of Edgehill 1642 Photo Mugs EDGEHILL Two mounted combatants clash during the battle. ….

Prince Rupert At Oxford Photo Mugs Prince Rupert and his troops march confidently through Oxford. ….

Robert E Lee/iln/civ War Photo Mugs ROBERT EDWARD LEE American Confederate general in North Virginia during the American Civil War ….

Lost Days of Infancy – Anguish / 1996 SDS Records – Beat The Record / CD Import/ 9 Song Tracks: swords of demokles, walking through fire, silent cry, lost days of infancy, civil war, sad eyes, recue me, i believe, times have changed 1996 DS Records / Beat The Record / 9 Song Tracks, swords of demokles, walking through fire, silent cry, lost days of infancy, civil war, sad eyes, recue me, i believe, times have changed…

Classic Fm At the Movies – The Sequel [3 Cd Set] Disc: 1 1. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest – Jack Sparrow 2. Casino Royale – Vesper 3. A Beautiful Mind – Looking for the Next Great Idea 4. Fantasia – A Night on Bare Mountain 5. Memoirs of a Geisha – Confluence 6. Henry V – Non Nobis Domine 7. The Gadfly – Romance 8. Captain Corelli’s Mandolin – Pelagia’s Song 9. The Godfather – Love Theme 10. Superman – Love Theme 11. 633 Squadron 12…

The Last Samurai (Two-Disc Special Edition) $3.00 Epic Action Drama. Set in Japan during the 1870s The Last Samurai tells the story of Capt. Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise) a respected American military officer hired by the Emperor of Japan to train the country’s first army in the art of modern warfare. As the Emperor attempts to eradicate the ancient Imperial Samurai warriors in preparation for more Westernized and trade-friendly government policies …

The Super Hero Squad Show: Quest For The Infinity Sword Vol. 2 $7.79 The greatest heroes in the world return to face its craziest villains in the second action and laugh-packed volume of the The Super Hero Squad Show! Watch as Iron Man, Wolverine, the Hulk, the Silver Surfer, Thor, the Falcon and their friends faithfully, and hysterically, protect Super Hero City from the wild, weird and even wacky villainy of VillainVilles most infamous baddies, led by the siniste…

Weapons of Past Destruction $1.99 …

Children’s Union Officer Costume (Size:MD 8-10) $29.99 Includes Jacket, Pants and Sash. Hat, Sword and Shoes Not included….

Micro Machines Military #17 Civil War Collection $39.99 Produced by Galoob in 1998. Small Parts. Not for children under 4 years of age, or for those who still put objects in their mouth. Approximate size of each piece is between 1-3 inches long….

U.S. Cavalry Saber $100.99 During the Civil War era, a U.S. Cavalry soldiers saber was his trademark.

Trooper Saber $60.99 The gallantry and honor of the Civil War soldier comes alive with our Trooper Saber.

7.62 Enduring Freedom Vet ‘Global War’ T-Shirt $15.99 Endure freedom Veterans in this 100% comfortable, cotton t-shirt.

7.62 Operation Iraqi Freedom "Global War" T-Shirt $15.99 Support the Iraqi War veterans in this 100% comfortable, cotton t-shirt.

Heroes of Vietnam Print $40.99 Created by Artist Raymond A. Simon, this print honors the courage and bravery of the American soldiers who valiantly fought during the Vietnam War.

Wool Jeep Cap $5.99 A military favorite for over fifty years, the Wool Jeep Cap came into immense popularity during the Korean War. This simple but warm cap kept many soldiers’ ears warm during harsh winters.

Snow Wars Beanie – Womens $40 The Snow War Beanie is made of Acrylic with Nubs.

Clubmaster Sunglass – G-15 XLT Lens $145 Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses are retro and timeless, and as fashionable today as they were when they were the sunglasses of choice of counter-culture intellectuals and civil rights leaders.

Club Master Sunglasses – Arista Lens $145 Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses are retro and timeless, and as fashionable today as they were when they were the sunglasses of choice of counter-culture intellectuals and civil rights leaders.

Chilliwack Bomber Parka – Mens $545 The Canada Goose men’s Chilliwack Parka was developed as a nod to the styling and needs of post war bush pilots in Canada’s north.

Chilliwack Bomber Parka – Womens $545 The Canada Goose women’s Chilliwack Parka was developed as a nod to the styling and needs of post war bush pilots in Canada’s north.

Lola Jacket – Girls $159.95 Show off your style savvy while waging war against winter weather. With so many fun fabrics and pretty patterns to choose from, you’ll want them all!

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