The Cornwall & Devon Mining Directory 1870

Unlock the History of the Southwest's Mining Boom: The Cornwall & Devon Mining Directory 1870

Step back into the heart of Britain’s copper and tin heyday with this fascinating reproduction of The Cornwall & Devon Mining Directory 1870. An essential resource for genealogists and local historians, this directory provides a unique snapshot of the men, businesses, and machinery that drove the industrial Southwest during a pivotal era.

Whether your ancestor was a mine captain, an engineer, a tin streamer, or a supplier of mining equipment, their details are likely waiting within these pages.

What’s Inside? This comprehensive volume typically includes listings for:

• Mine owners, captains, and agents across Cornwall and Devon
• Engineers, surveyors, and assayers
• Suppliers of mining equipment, ropes, steam engines, and timber
• Mineral brokers, merchants, and shippers
• Local tradesmen who supported the mining communities

Important Format Information: Easy to Navigate! Please note that this product consists of high-quality, digitally scanned images of the original 1870 book. The text is not computer-searchable (no OCR). However, because the original publishers thoughtfully arranged the directory alphabetically, locating your ancestors is still incredibly simple and intuitive. You can easily scroll or flip through the PDF to the exact letter of the surname or business you are researching, viewing the authentic 19th-century typography exactly as it was printed over 150 years ago.

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• Digital Download: Instant access! Download your files immediately after checkout and start researching right away (compatible with any PDF reader on your computer, tablet, or phone).
• CD-ROM: Prefer a physical backup? Order the CD-ROM version, which will be shipped directly to your door and is perfect for archiving with your physical genealogy files.

Discover the names behind the iconic engine houses. Add this vital piece of Cornish and Devon heritage to your research toolkit today!