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Sheffield Flood, damage at Wisewood Scythe Works, River Loxley

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Sheffield Flood, damage at Wisewood Scythe Works, River Loxley
Sheffield_Loxley
1864/03
1851-1899

Information from Malcolm Nunn, Bradfield Parish Council Archivist: This is an image used in slide lectures/ magic lantern shows by photographer Mr. Peacock. His notes to accompany the lectures also included some of his experiences while taking the photograph. The water wheels for both works were left exposed. For more information see: The Great Sheffield 1864 Harrison Ref: 942.74 S The Collapse of the Dale Dyke Dam 1864, Geoffrey Amey Ref. 942.74 SST.

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