This week we explore the story pf the two attempts to tunnel under the Thames, that failed! Its the turn of the 1800's and tunnel builders of the world are finding their way with al kinds of transportation ideas. At the forefront it seems Trevithick was often there... but building a Tunnel?
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Underlying research from various sources but a significant amount from: Biographical Dictionary of Civil Engineers. Vol.1. 1500 - 1830. Sir Alec Skempton.
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