Cardiff Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Cardiff?
A
South-east Wales on the coast of the Bristol channel.
2
Q
Why does Cardiff NOT fit the Burgess model?
A
Cardiff is on the coast, so it cannot continue to expand in the South-east direction.
It has become Cardiff Bay, and was used for coal transport.
3
Q
Why was 1794 and 1841 important?
A
In 1794, a canal was built, linking Merthyr and Cardiff and Cardiff docks were born. Iron and steel were transported down the valley initially by canal.
Then, in 1841, the Taff Vale Railway opened.
4
Q
What was special about Merthyr at this time?
A
Industrial centre (capital) of Wales. Lots of iron.
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